Cris And Ruffa's Birthday Bash.

When Cris Albert throws a party, there's 3 things to expect:

BEAUTIFUL floral arrangements

FABULOUS guests

AMAZING fun. 

So when you get an invite to attend one of her many many events, you make sure you go or else you miss out on something worth writing home about.

Tim Yap says a few words for the birthday girl. 

Then Ruffa thanks Cris Albert for throwing this birthday bash for her as well. She wears Jul B. Dizon bangle and ring. (plugging)

And of course, Ms. Cris Albert thanks everyone for celebrating with her and Ruffa. She wears a Dennis Lustico dress. (plugging for my friend)

Mr. Edu Manzano is too hot for words. 

JM Rodriguez who was the host sang while Tessa Valdes showed us a few moves. 

Love your earrings, Grace. (Jul Dizon)

Photo by Patrick Rosas

Chef Samuel Linder and Javi Testa of The Peninsula Manila took care of us. 

I WANT MORE OF THIS!!! 

Happy Happy Birthday Cris and Ruffa!!!

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Robert Blancaflor Does it Again.

Although I know so well what his creative mind can do, Robert Blancaflor has once again amazed me at the magical transformation that he pulled out of his hat for the birthday dinner of Ms. Cris Albert and Ruffa Gutierrez at Old Manila, The Peninsula Hotel.

I have seen his work many times before. In fact, I have asked him to do a few of our events and I was always very happy with the outcome. So happy that I decided to show you a before and after look of what he can do. This is just a private dinner for 40. Small venue, but strict requirements by Ms. Cris Albert. 

"I want it dark and romantic."

If you have been to Old Manila, you can say that with the original decor, it is already quite romantic. 

I was only too excited to see what RB will do with it to make it even more so.

Photo by Peninsula Manila

He started taking out all the tables and chairs. 

This is what I saw before I went up back to my office.

I peeked inside The Conservatory where the flowers are being arranged. 

And this is how it was when I got back for the party. 

Truly proud to know you and have you as a good friend, Robert. Amazing work, as usual.

Visit his website here. 

ROBERT BLANCAFLOR GROUP.

The cake is by Ms. Penk Ching.

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FILA-Pinas!!!

Ok, I will be honest. I didn't even know that we had a rugby team. I thought that I would see the Azkals. I know pretty much nothing about sports that include a ball in it. I only know F1. So before I can write about them, I had to google the Volcanoes.  

These are the first photos that came out. 

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GULP. I think a volcano just erupted. 

And then I realized, hey, these are the guys up on EDSA a few months back! It caused quite a stir. In fact, I thought that it was a bit too racy to be displayed where children will see. 

ANYWAY............

A few weeks back a World Cup party for the Volcanoes was held, sponsored by Ms. Cris Albert of FILA. As of right now,  I am still hovering around the DUH-universe because I refuse to read about them. I am happy just looking at their photos. 

I decided that I will tell this story, the Candifier way. Who cares about what they do, I care more about what they look like holding the ball. (Don't get nasty on me. I mean the RUGBY BALLS.)

June 6, 7pm.

As we waited for the doors to open, we were served cocktails and entertained by a band. I couldn't help but notice the entrance to Prince Albert. How lovely it was. I knew that Robert Blancaflor has got something wonderful in store for us all. 

Whoever came up with this "FILA'PINAS" is very clever. 

The hosts, Tim Yap and Tessa Valdes.

They welcomed the Volcanoes and out came 21 good looking men, most of them half Filipinos. 

The lovely Cris Albert strikes a pose with her team! 

Photo by Linda Ley

Once the door was open, I swear to you, I could hear ooohs and ahhhhs. People started taking photos of the set up before sitting down. It seemed too beautiful to mess up with food and wine. I wanted to leave it untouched. It was THAT breathtaking. 

Believe it or not, that was my very first time in Prince Albert. Not sure when I will be back but I am so delighted that my first time happens to be when Robert Blancaflor styled it. It leaves such a positive memory. I will only be too sad to go back without seeing his touch of magic. 

I brought my Jacqueline with me. She has become my constant date to events. I am glad that she enjoys them as much as I do. Now that school has started, I will miss her in my events. 

Fortunately, we were seated across 2 players, Kenneth Stern and Matthew Saunders, who were a hoot! Funny, charming and very good looking. 

Go Volcanoes!! 

Saw a few friends who looked stunning. Here's Rajo and Linda Ley. 

Photo by Linda Ley

Ms. Sari Yap.

Photo by Linda Ley

Matthew Saunders and Jacqueline. 

FILA-Pinas supporters! 

Photo by Linda Ley

Congratulations to Ms. Cris Albert for the huge success. More power to you always. 

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