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Executive One-Bedroom Suite

Having a little extra space can transform the way you experience a stay — offering more room to unwind, take a break, finish some work, or simply make the most of your time away.

Executive One-Bedroom Suite 2

Grand Westside Manila Bay presents The Executive Escape, a stay experience designed for guests who value extra space and thoughtful perks. Whether visiting for business, enjoying a weekend getaway, extending a holiday, or spending more time in the city, the experience brings added comfort and convenience to every stay.

Available for stays from 1 October 2026, The Executive Escape features a 50 sqm Executive One-Bedroom Suite at ₱9,888 net. With a separate living area, the suite gives guests the flexibility to work, meet or simply unwind in comfort — whether catching up on work, planning the day ahead, spending time together or making the space their own.

“We wanted The Executive Escape to give our guests more freedom to enjoy their stay in the way that works best for them,” said Joe Xavier Fijardo, General Manager of Grand Westside Manila Bay. “Whether they’re here for business, spending a weekend in the city or staying a little longer, it’s about having more space, thoughtful privileges and the flexibility to make the most of their time with us.”

Breakfast at Executive Club Lounge 

A la minute favorites

Cocktail Station

Guests can start the morning with daily breakfast for two at the Executive Club Lounge, complemented by freshly prepared à la minute favourites. Made-to-order choices include classic omelettes and eggs Benedict, alongside a rotating sweet selection such as fluffy pancakes, Belgian waffles or brioche French toast. In the evening, guests can return to the lounge for cocktails for two — a relaxed way to wind down after meetings, sightseeing, shopping or a day spent exploring the city.

Combining suite accommodations, exclusive lounge access, and useful added amenities, The Executive Escape provides a more comfortable and convenient way to enjoy Manila — whether for business travel, a longer visit, or a relaxing city getaway.

Situated in Westside City, Parañaque, Grand Westside Manila Bay offers guests easy access to major entertainment, shopping, leisure, and business hubs, while also being conveniently located near Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

More Space. More Privileges. More to Enjoy.

The Executive Escape includes:

• Overnight stay in a 50 sqm Executive One-Bedroom Suite at ₱9,888 net
• Daily breakfast for two at the Executive Club Lounge
• Evening cocktails for two at the Executive Club Lounge
• Welcome drink and welcome amenity
• Early check-in and late check-out, subject to availability
• Complimentary two-hour boardroom use for up to six guests, subject to availability
• 15% off laundry and dry cleaning

Booking Period: 15 September–8 November 2026
Stay Period: 1 October–30 December 2026

For reservations, contact [email protected] or +63 917 123 3974.

Officials from DILG Laguna, the City Government of Biñan, Coca-Cola Philippines, and BEST Inc. during the MOU signing for the Tapon to Ipon program.

Coca-Cola Philippines is expanding its Tapon to Ipon PET bottle collection program to Biñan City, Laguna, through a new collaboration with the City Government, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Laguna, and Basic Environmental Systems and Technologies, Inc. (BEST Inc.).

The initiative was officially launched with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding, followed by an Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) session and registration activity held in Barangay Canlalay. For its initial implementation, the program welcomed 50 store owners from 10 barangays, with five participating stores from each barangay.

Present at the event were DILG Laguna Provincial Director Jay-Ar Beltran, Biñan City Mayor Angelo Alonte, Coca-Cola Philippines Senior Director for Public Affairs, Communications and Sustainability Ma. Christine Ponce-Garcia, Senior Manager for Public Affairs, Communications and Sustainability Misha Rabat, and BEST Inc. Senior Vice President for Business Development Jan Vincent.

Bringing Tapon to Ipon to more communities

The partnership aims to make PET bottle collection more accessible within communities by bringing collection points closer to residents. Under Tapon to Ipon, participating sari-sari stores and local retailers serve as community-based collection hubs where residents can bring their used clear PET bottles of any brand.

Participating retailers collect and consolidate PET bottles brought by members of their communities. Store owners can earn points based on the PET bottles they collect, which can then be redeemed for a range of rewards, including Coca-Cola products, online shopping vouchers, food products, and credits toward utility bill payments.

The program aims to collect and divert recovered PET bottles for recycling, with the goal of bringing collected materials to PETValue Philippines in Cavite, the country’s first bottle-to-bottle, food-grade PET recycling facility.

An IEC and registration activity was also held to orient partner retailers on the Tapon to Ipon program and proper PET bottle collection. Retailers also received their Cashback Cards, collection bins, and other program materials to equip them as community-based collection hubs.

Each partner brings a distinct role to the program. The City Government of Biñan will help mobilize city and barangay officials and communities, while Coca-Cola Philippines will provide collection tools and Tapon to Ipon kits to partner retailers. BEST Inc. will support program operations and collection activities, with the Philippine Association of Stores and Carinderia Owners (PASCO) supporting engagement with participating store owners and the local retail community as well as the DILG taking lead in monitoring the program’s outcomes.

“We assure that the city government of Biñan is committed to this project and ensure that our communities will be deeply involved in the program. The community’s active participation is key to bringing this project to life and ensuring its success,” said Alonte.

Ma. Christine Ponce-Garcia, Coca-Cola Philippines Senior Director for Public Affairs, Communications and Sustainability, echoed the importance of collaboration in strengthening local collection systems.

“We know that strong and effective recycling value chains cannot be built by one organization alone. It takes collaboration. We look forward to seeing this partnership grow, and more importantly, become part of the habits and practices of communities across the city of Biñan. May this partnership inspire more communities to see every bottle returned. It is an opportunity to create lasting environmental and social impact,” Ponce-Garcia noted.

The rollout in Biñan City marks Tapon to Ipon’s expansion into South Luzon, adding to a program that has reached more than 170 cities and municipalities nationwide since its launch in 2021.

Equipping more store owners on the ground

The Tapon to Ipon team provided participating retailers with an orientation on the program, including proper PET bottle disposal and collection practices, as well as their role as community-based collection hubs. Store owners were also given Tapon to Ipon kits and tools to support their participation in the bottle collection initiative.

According to Coca-Cola Philippines, the partnership highlights the importance of collaboration among local government units, government agencies, retailers, and private organizations in improving local PET bottle collection and building a more organized recycling value chain. The company plans to continue working with its partners to broaden community-based collection initiatives and identify opportunities to introduce Tapon to Ipon in more cities and communities.

More information about Coca-Cola Philippines’ packaging collection and recycling initiatives is available through the Coca-Cola Sustainability Hub.at https://www.coca-cola.com/ph/en/brands/coca-cola/sustainability.

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From Filipino favourites and international comfort food to an abundant Saturday dinner buffet, Café by Westside gives diners more reasons to gather around the table.

Some dining occasions call for familiar favorites, while others are perfect for discovering something different. At Café by Westside, the all-day dining restaurant at Grand Westside Manila Bay, guests can enjoy the best of both experiences.

Open daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Café by Westside welcomes diners throughout the day, from hearty breakfasts and leisurely lunches to relaxed evening meals. Its à la carte selection features a diverse mix of Filipino favorites alongside Asian, Indian, Arabic, and Western specialties. On Saturday evenings, diners can explore even more international flavors through the restaurant’s World of Flavours Dinner Buffet.

Whether it is breakfast before the day begins, lunch with colleagues, an afternoon meal with the family or a Saturday dinner with friends, the restaurant is designed around one simple pleasure: good food shared around the table.

From familiar favourites to something new: the à la carte menu

Café by Westside’s à la carte menu brings together dishes from home and farther afield, giving diners plenty to explore throughout the day.

Filipino flavours have a natural place on the menu. Kare-Kare, one of the restaurant’s chef signatures, pairs slow-cooked oxtail with a savoury peanut sauce and shrimp paste, while Home Style Sinigang brings the familiar comfort of a sour broth with a choice of shrimp, salmon, US beef or pork belly. Adobo, Crispy Pata, Lechon Kawali, Pinakbet with Bagnet and Pancit add to the line-up of well-loved local favourites.

Then the menu begins to travel.

Guests can move from Seafood Laksa, with prawns, squid and mussels in Malaysian coconut broth, to Pad Thai and Black Pepper Beef. Indian and Arabic selections include Murgh Makhani, Chicken Masala, Vegetable Korma, Chana Masala and Biryani, layered with spices, herbs and caramelized onions and offered with chicken, egg, seafood, vegetables or lamb.

For those craving something more familiar, the Signature Westside Burger, made with US Angus beef on a charcoal brioche bun, joins a selection of pasta, sandwiches and classic comfort food. Lighter choices include Lumpiang Sariwa, Thai Prawn and Pomelo Salad and Vietnamese Vegetable Spring Rolls.

“Good food should feel familiar, but there should always be something new to discover,” says Chef Chris Lugtu, Executive Chef of Grand Westside Manila Bay. “At Café by Westside, we bring together flavours our guests know and love with dishes they may be trying for the first time. For us, it’s about cooking food people genuinely enjoy and giving them a reason to come back for another plate.”

Save room for something sweet

The journey does not have to end with the main course. Café by Westside’s à la carte dessert selection includes Dulce de Leche Cheesecake, 24-Carat Moist Chocolate Mousse Cake, Sugar-Free Tiramisu and Westside Homemade Gelato, with flavours changing according to the day’s selection.

Whether stopping in for a favourite or choosing something new, the à la carte experience gives diners the freedom to make Café by Westside their own — from a quick lunch to a long catch-up over dessert.

Saturday nights become a World of Flavours

The à la carte menu may take diners around the world throughout the week, but on Saturday evenings, that spirit of discovery takes on a different form with Café by Westside’s World of Flavours Dinner Buffet.

Designed for diners who enjoy variety, the buffet brings different cuisines together in one generous spread. Guests can explore Filipino and Asian favourites, Indian and Middle Eastern flavours, Western classics, freshly prepared selections and desserts, building their own journey around the buffet one plate at a time.

There is no prescribed way to experience it. Start with something familiar, venture into a dish you have never tried before, return for a favourite — or discover something good enough to deserve a second helping.

Rather than centring the experience around any one cuisine, World of Flavours reflects the same approach that shapes Café by Westside: plenty of choice, familiar flavours alongside international discoveries, and food made to be enjoyed together.

It is an easy invitation to turn Saturday dinner into an occasion — gather the family, catch up with friends after a long week, or simply arrive hungry and see where the evening takes you.

“Dining has always been one of the ways people come together, and that sense of connection is very much part of the experience we want to create at Grand Westside,” says Joe Xavier Fijardo, General Manager of Grand Westside Manila Bay. “Café by Westside welcomes families, friends, travellers and our local community to share a table, enjoy good food and spend time together. World of Flavours gives them another reason to do just that.”

An all-day table in Westside City

Situated in Westside City, Parañaque, Café by Westside is conveniently located near Entertainment City, SM Mall of Asia, and Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Its accessible location makes it a practical dining option for hotel guests, local residents, families, and groups.

Whether it’s a morning meal to start the day, a relaxed à la carte lunch or dinner, or a Saturday evening exploring flavors from around the world, Café by Westside provides a welcoming place to come together while giving diners the chance to discover a new favorite along the way.

Café by Westside

All-Day Dining
Open daily | 6:00 AM–10:00 PM

À La Carte Menu
Available daily

Breakfast Buffet
Daily | 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
PHP 1,500 nett per person

World of Flavours Dinner Buffet
Saturdays | 6:00 PM–10:00 PM
PHP 2,298 nett per person

For reservations and inquiries:
+63 917 120 2815
+63 2 8230 8880 | +63 2 8230 8808
[email protected]

Abi Marquez with Kiddie Kitchen participants

Filipino food content creator Abi Marquez, popularly known online as the “Lumpia Queen,” brought together children and their families for Kiddie Kitchen 2026, a hands-on cooking experience designed to introduce kids to food, creativity, and learning in a fun and meaningful way.

Held on June 4, 2026 at Aruga by Rockwell, this year’s Kiddie Kitchen carried the theme “Farm to Fun,” inviting young participants to discover the journey of food from farm to table through interactive activities centered on fruits, vegetables, and local produce.

Kids participating in activities

Known to millions online for making Filipino food more approachable and exciting, Abi shared that Kiddie Kitchen is deeply personal to her own journey as someone who discovered her love for cooking at a young age.

“Kiddie Kitchen is very close to my heart because I started cooking when I was just five years old,” shared Abi. “I wanted to create something that would encourage kids to try new things, be creative, and believe in themselves. You never know where a simple hobby can lead.”

Throughout the day, participants wore their own Kiddie Kitchen aprons and stepped into the role of young chefs as they prepared three dishes: vegetable pizza, palitaw, and turon. Through these hands-on cooking activities, the children learned more about fruits and vegetables while building confidence, creativity, and appreciation for the food they made.

Parents and guardians watched proudly as the young chefs explored new skills, expressed their creativity, and celebrated their accomplishments throughout the program.

Kids preparing their dishes

Sierrezza

Beyond the cooking activities, Kiddie Kitchen 2026 also highlighted the importance of local agriculture. Through an inspiring session with partner organization Sierezza, led by its founder Cherrys “Che” Abrigo, participants were introduced to the farmers behind the food they eat and the role local communities play in bringing fresh produce to Filipino homes.

The experience continued at a mini market setup, where children selected their own ingredients before using them to prepare their dishes. This allowed them to better understand where food comes from, how it reaches their tables, and why supporting local farmers matters.

The event was also shared online by fellow creators and parent personalities, including Wonder Momma, Delightful Himig, Mommy Chelle Blogs, Beyi Reyes, Mommy Nicole, Papa Nics and Mommy Prax who captured their own Kiddie Kitchen moments and helped bring the experience to a wider community of parents, kids, and food lovers.

Kiddie Kitchen 2026 was brought to life with the support of valued sponsors and partners, including NYMA Talent Management, who shared the vision of creating meaningful, enriching, and memorable experiences for Filipino children.

Abi interacting with participants

As one of the country’s most recognized food creators, Abi continues to use her platform to make food more approachable, enjoyable, and inspiring for audiences around the world. Through initiatives like Kiddie Kitchen, she hopes to encourage more young people to stay curious, embrace learning, and discover the joy that food can bring.

GROUP PHOTO OF PARTICIPANTS, SPONSORS, AND ABI

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From left: CJ Villaester (Manager, AHA! Behavioral Design) Marie Angeles, Executive Director, and Christian Tandoy, Assistant Manager of Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Philippines, Lei Ramos (Principal & CMO, AHA! Behavioral Design), receive the 2026 Outstanding CSR Project for Health award at the League of Corporate Foundations (LCF) CSR Guild Awards for RMHC Philippines’ BACK-to-BAKuna initiative.

Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Philippines’ flagship community health program, BACK-to-BAKuna, has been named the 2026 Outstanding CSR Project for Health at the League of Corporate Foundations (LCF) CSR Guild Awards. The recognition highlights the program’s innovative efforts to improve childhood immunization completion rates.

BACK-to-BAKuna responds to a key challenge in routine childhood vaccination: although many families start the immunization process, some are unable to complete all the required doses because of missed schedules, concerns, and practical barriers. To address these challenges, the program complements existing public vaccination services with behavior-based strategies that encourage caregivers to keep track of vaccination schedules, prepare for appointments, seek assistance when needed, and return for succeeding doses until their children complete the recommended immunizations.

Piloted in Iloilo City and the Municipality of Janiuay in August 2025, the initiative combined behavioral research, community collaboration, and practical tools such as group vaccine cards, milestone calendars, digital reminders, transport support, and health promotion activities.

Turning vaccination from solo tracking into social follow-through. The ‘group vaccine card’ evolved the usual individual vaccine record into a shared coordination tool, encouraging caregivers to remind one another, plan together, and practice “sabay-sabay” vaccination behavior.

Using a quasi-experimental approach, BACK-to-BAKuna demonstrated significant improvements in vaccination completion, with intervention groups showing greater gains compared to control groups. Findings also showed that caregivers who engaged peers, invited others, and attended vaccination activities together were more likely to complete their children’s vaccination schedules.

“The recognition of BACK-to-BAKuna reflects our commitment to creating meaningful and sustainable solutions that respond to the real needs of Filipino families. By helping caregivers overcome barriers and supporting them throughout their children’s vaccination journey, we are able to strengthen community health outcomes and help more children receive the protection they need,” said Marie Angeles, Executive Director of Ronald McDonald House Charities Philippines.

The program’s innovation lies in recognizing that improving health outcomes requires more than access to services — it requires understanding and supporting the behaviors that influence follow-through.

By tackling the challenges that often extend beyond the initial vaccination visit, BACK-to-BAKuna helped turn access to vaccines into complete childhood immunization. To ensure the program’s long-term impact, RMHC Philippines worked closely with local government units to incorporate its proven tools and strategies into existing immunization processes. With capacity-building assistance and an Adaptation Playbook, local health teams are better equipped to apply the approach as part of their regular health promotion efforts.

The LCF CSR Guild Awards honors organizations that exemplify outstanding corporate citizenship through meaningful and sustainable social development programs. The recognition reinforces RMHC Philippines’ dedication to building healthier communities and helping more Filipino children achieve complete protection through timely and consistent vaccination.