Cover Tarrah Austria, Nikki Martel, Anton San Diego, Rocio Zobel, Dr Hayden Kho, Jr, Jojie Dingcong, Tim Yap, Sandra Roxas, Carol Garcia, Dr Vicki Belo, Maricris Zobel, Clara Elizalde, Karen Santos (Photo: Medal Elepano)
Tarrah Austria, Nikki Martel, Anton San Diego, Rocio Zobel, Dr Hayden Kho, Jr, Jojie Dingcong, Tim Yap, Sandra Roxas, Carol Garcia, Dr Vicki Belo, Maricris Zobel, Clara Elizalde, Karen Santos (Photo: Medal Elepano)
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An intimate dinner at Manila House brought together family and close friends to toast Rocio Zobel’s November 2025 Tatler cover
Rocio Zobel truly shone at the intimate dinner held in her honour to celebrate her stunning cover in Tatler’s November 2025 issue. Hosted by Anton San Diego in the elegant Rizal Room of Manila House, the evening embodied the spirit of Thanksgiving. The walls were beautifully adorned with striking photographs from Rocio’s cover shoot, captured by the talented BJ Pascual, each one sparking admiration among the guests and adding to the festive atmosphere.
Among the attendees were Rocio’s dearest friends and cousins, Sandra Roxas and Clara Elizalde, who shared in the joy of this special milestone.
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Above Tatler’s November 2025 cover star Rocio Zobel (Photo: Medal Elepano)
Tatler’s November 2025 cover star Rocio Zobel (Photo: Medal Elepano)
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Above The Rizal Room of Manila House (Photo: Medal Elepano)
The Rizal Room of Manila House (Photo: Medal Elepano)
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A poignant moment came when her mother, Maricris Zobel, delivered a heartfelt speech. She expressed gratitude to Anton for the cover feature and thanked Drs Hayden Kho, Jr and Vicki Belo for welcoming Rocio into their Belo family. This new partnership not only highlights Rocio’s talents but also supports her in exploring creative avenues.
As Rocio reflected on the evening, her appreciation for the warmth and thoughtfulness behind the event shone through. She cherished the opportunity to see her photographs surrounded by those who mean the most to her, saying, “I am going to put them up in my dad’s room,” she said laughingly.
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Above Clara Elizalde, Rocio Zobel, Dr Vicki Belo, Sandra Roxas, Dr Hayden Kho, Jr (Photo: Medal Elepano)
Above Ikura pasta (Photo: Medal Elepano)
Clara Elizalde, Rocio Zobel, Dr Vicki Belo, Sandra Roxas, Dr Hayden Kho, Jr (Photo: Medal Elepano)
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Above Jojie Dingcong, Nikki Martel, Tarrah Austria, Tim Yap (Photo: Medal Elepano)
Above Carol Garcia, Maricris Zobel, Karen Santos (Photo: Medal Elepano)
Jojie Dingcong, Nikki Martel, Tarrah Austria, Tim Yap (Photo: Medal Elepano)
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Above Rocio’s friends and family gathered to celebrate her Tatler cover (Photo: Medal Elepano)
Rocio’s friends and family gathered to celebrate her Tatler cover (Photo: Medal Elepano)
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Light-hearted and filled with affection, the evening was a beautiful celebration, capturing not just the essence of a magazine cover but also the emergence of a young woman stepping confidently into her own, embraced by the love of those who know her best.
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Anton San Diego, editor-in-chief of Tatler Philippines for 24 years and founding member of Manila House, blends his background in fashion and hospitality to shape the country’s leading voice on luxury and culture.
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