@ Discovery Shores Boracay
Discovery Shores Boracay soars high with flights of Christmas fancy. The award-winning Culinary Team of Discovery Shores serves up festively themed gastronomic lunch and dinner buffets.

On the week of Christmas, from December 24 to 30, expect the Christmas Buffets with the following themes: Noche Buena (24th), Christmas Fancy (25th), Classic Mediterranean (26th), Australian Barbecue (27th), Mythical Greek (28th), International Treats (29th) and Fiesta Filipino (30th). For inquiries and reservations, contact (+632) 720-8888 or (6336) 288-4500,or visit discoveryhotels-resorts.com.

@Crimson Hotel
In time for the Yuletide season, Crimson Hotel Filinvest City, Manila opens its doors to the public. The trademark Crimson lifestyle of modern elegance shall make a statement in the local hospitality scene with its location, stylish lobby, premium guestrooms and suites, interior design, amenities and service on December 15. Guests can splendidly regard Crimson Hotel Filinvest City, Manila as their second home for the holidays. For reservations call 863-2222 or book online at www.crimsonhotel.com/manila.

@Mandarin Oriental, Manila
Mandarin Oriental, Manila’s popular restaurants have laid out their respective irresistible Christmas menus for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Paseo Uno proffers lunch and dinner holiday buffets, where diners can indulge in both western and oriental specialties prepared a la minute by the hotel’s culinary masters, while the iconic Tivoli headed by Executive Sous Chef Remi Vercelli will be serving epicurean lunch and dinner menus for food connoisseurs. For a more oriental Christmas celebration, Tin Hau offers eight set menus, ranging from seven to 10 courses.

@Richmonde Hotel Ortigas
At Richmonde Hotel Ortigas’ Lobby Café, discover a divine collection of freshly baked creations from the pastry kitchen. Decked in fancy Christmas trimmings, these become a delightful gift for family and friends. Some of the lip-smacking sweets and treats include Lobby Café specialties Pistachio Double Cream Cheese Bread and signature Ensaymadas; delectable Richmonde versions of fruit cake, Coffeeholic Cake, and Chocolate Yule Log Cake (P450); and charming pastries like Holiday Donuts, assorted Cookies and the best-selling Nutty Fudge Square. Call 638-7777 to inquire or to order.

@Momo and Sta. Monica
Veer away from the crowded spots and secure your holiday accommodations this year at the newest resorts in Bohol and Negros: the Momo Beach House on Panglao Island, and the Sta. Monica Beach Club in Dumaguete. As sister establishments of Amorita Resort, Momo and Sta. Monica provide cozy accommodations, unmatched hospitality and superior service for backpackers, as well as traveling families and barkadas. For more information about Momo Beach House and Sta. Monica Beach Club, call 553-9549 and 856-1443.

@InterContinental Manila
InterContinental Manila’s food and beverage specialists have come up with carefully crafted menus for the hotel’s restaurant outlets for Christmas and New Year. At the Prince Albert Rotisserie a set Christmas Eve menu will be offered, while The Prince Albert offers New Year’s Eve set dinner menu. Café Jeepney will have extra special sumptuous lunch and dinner buffets laden with the Season’s best from other lands and the Philippines. Traditional holiday drinks like eggnog, mulled wine and Christmas cocktails will be offered along with a special a la carte menu of festive dishes at the Gambrinus Bar and the Sol y Sombra Poolside Restaurant. For inquiries and tions, call 793 7000 or drop by the hotel’s Holiday Desk at the lobby.

@Diamond Hotel
Magical holiday moments are made brighter and more meaningful when family and friends share excellent Christmas feasts. Make Diamond Hotel Philippines your dining destination. Satisfy those festive appetites with exquisite dishes from around the world in an eat-all-you-can spread at Corniche. While Yurakuen Japanese Restaurant, has an equally tempting and authentic range of Japanese specialties with its Kaizeki Set. On Christmas Eve, celebrate the merry season at hotel’s newest restaurant, Lobby Lounge with its 3-course Dinner Set with a complimentary glass of Cava.

@The Manor
The Christmas spirit fills the crisp mountain air anew at The Manor at Camp John Hay in Baguio City. As in previous years, The Manor offers all you can ask for this holiday season from December 20 to January 1, 2013. On Christmas Eve, delight under the sparkling night and be mesmerized by the harmony of the Fusion Band at The Manor Garden. Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet is from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Noche Buena Buffet from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. For details and bookings call: Baguio (074) 424-0931 to 47/50-53; Baguio hotline: 02) 584-4892 and (02) 584-4911. E-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .