Lobby, Manila Peninsula

The Lobby of The Peninsula Manila turned 33 last Sept. 14, 2009 and the halo halo harana, pancit luglog and schueblig were highlights of its 33rd anniversary celebration. The "grande dame" of Makati offered the three dishes at their historical 1976 prices!!!

“The Lobby is known for its classics,” says the hotel food and beverage director, Laurent le Deu. “It’s what keeps our patrons coming back year after year. All three items are pure classics, they have been on our menu since day one.”

How much did the halo halo harana, pancit luglog and schueblig cost back in 1976? All three items were priced at P33 each in 1976. Last Sept. 14, 2009 the yummy trio was selling at The Lobby for only P33 each!!!

Tropical Palms, Makati

The love of Una Isabella's lola is just overwhelming. Somehow at such an early stage, she already knows when it is her beloved "Mamu" cradling her. Her frown here did not last more than just a few seconds. Focusing this photo was the hardest part for me... as i was still mastering the vintage nikkor lens of my wife.

here is my favorite "cradle" position, i call it the "supergirl" maneuver!

Maite's Birthday lunch w/ the kids!

September 5, 2009 - Here is a slideshow of our two youngest kids 1st family pictorial together

It was also my 1st time to shoot using a vintage nikkor lens. Manual focus and exposure all the way! Let me know what you think!