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Anko makes every day brighter for moms with a grand celebration at Glorietta 2, Makati City

Anko, Australia’s leading home and lifestyle brand, has opened its biggest event yet to celebrate Mother’s Day at Glorietta 2 Activity Center in Makati City. Running from May 9 to 11, 2025, this interactive pop-up is all about.

The event kicked off with a special panel session featuring celebrity moms Iza Calzado and Andi Manzano, with host Joyce Pring, their personal motherhood journeys, favorite Anko products, and tips for balancing family life with busy careers.

Anko’s biggest Mother’s Day celebration, from left: Event host Joyce Pring, Anko Country Manager Rachel Turner, celebrity moms Andi Manzano and Iza Calzado. Photo: Ruby’s Precious Moments

“At Anko, we honor and celebrate all moms and motherly figures throughout the year. This weekend, we’ve created a special space for them to make lasting memories with their families, while also providing a chance for everyone to find the perfect Anko gift,” said Anko Country Manager Rachel Turner.

Another highlight of the event was the official unveiling of the Anko Club loyalty program, which gives members exclusive access to events, exciting rewards, and early access to new products. The app, which is accessible both on mobile and desktop, features interactive challenges, push notifications, and both custom and group in-app messaging to keep members connected and engaged.

The event is free for the public to enjoy and offers a range of engaging activities like the Beauty Zone where moms can indulge in makeovers, and the Wellness Zone where guests can enjoy soothing massages and self-care treatments. Families can bond over art and craft activities in the Play & Create Zone, or get creative in the Kitchen Zone, where they can cook up delicious toastie recipes together.

Each zone also highlights Anko’s signature range of quality and affordable products—from home and kitchen essentials to beauty must-haves, stationery, and more. Guests may purchase items on-site and conveniently collect them at the store, where each purchase can be custom-personalized with live calligraphy for a meaningful takeaway.

Anko Club members who shop in-store from May 8 to June 7, 2025, will earn one raffle entry per transaction, no minimum spend required, for a chance to win a family hotel experience at Seda Hotel.

Anko Mother’s Day picks and more can be shopped at their store in Glorietta 2 and the newly opened branch in Alabang Town Center. For more information on the Anko Club and upcoming events, follow @anko_philippines on Instagram.

About Anko

Anko is Australia’s much-loved home and lifestyle brand, established in 2017. Anko is part of the Kmart Group, which includes Kmart Australia, Target Australia, and Anko Global, and is owned by Wesfarmers Ltd, one of the leading ASX-listed companies in Australia.

Now in the Philippines, Anko aims to make everyday living brighter for Filipino families by offering on-trend product designs at irresistibly low prices across categories such as homewares, bedding, toys, beauty, travel, and more.

Website: https://anko.com/ph/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anko_philippines/ 

Facebook: Anko Philippines

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@anko_philippines 

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Make Lasting Memories With Mom at Richmonde Hotels

This weekend, it’s all about Mom at Richmonde Hotels as Richmonde Ortigas, Eastwood Richmonde, and Richmonde Iloilo join the world in honoring the woman whose unwavering love, constant care, and faithful dedication make her the pillar of strength in our homes. To celebrate these wonder women in our lives, Richmonde invites families to spend special time with their super moms through staycation packages and indulgent buffet spreads designed to turn these simple gestures into heartwarming memories she will cherish forever.

Richmonde Hotel Ortigas’ Classic Comforts and Timeless Feast for Mom  

Because mom deserves some old-fashioned R&R, treat her to a quick break in the city and book Richmonde Hotel Ortigas’ amazing staycation deal for her urban retreat. Available from May 9 to 12, 2025, rates start at only PhP 3,800nett for cozy accommodations good for two persons, and PhP 4,800nett for a comfy room with a hearty breakfast buffet for two. All bookings of Mom’s Staycation Deal come with a special welcome amenity just for mom and an exclusive 25% discount on Richmonde Café’s Mother’s Day Lunch Buffet on May 11, valid for two persons and for stays on May 10 and 11.

The hotel’s all-day dining restaurant, Richmonde Café, commemorates Mother’s Day with Pamana, a lunch buffet showcasing treasured Filipino dishes and heirloom recipes that capture the warmth of traditional family gatherings priced at PhP 1,580 nett per person, runs from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Children aged 6 to 12 enjoy 50% off, while those 5 and under dine free. For a sweet and thoughtful gift for Mom, Richmonde’s Lobby Café offers a beautifully decorated, limited-edition Mother’s Day White Velvet Cake (4”, PhP 595 nett) available this May.

For inquiries and reservations, call (632) 8638 7777 / (63) 917 859 7914 (Room Reservations) / (63) 917 534 4352 (Richmonde Café), email stay@richmondeortigas.com, or book rooms directly at www.richmondehotelortigas.com.ph.

 

Colorful Celebrations & Gourmet Indulgences for Mom at Eastwood Richmonde

On May 10 & 11, 2025, book mom a city getaway at Eastwood Richmonde Hotel where she can enjoy direct access to a variety of shops, quality cinemas, diverse dining options, pampering services, and fun activities. Plus, with the Richmonde Exclusives for Mom promotional rates, these great deals get even better with added perks. For as low as PhP 4,500nett (room only) and PhP 6,100nett (with breakfast buffet for two), mothers will be greeted with a special welcome gift in their room and treated to a 25% discount on the hotel’s Mother’s Day lunch and dinner buffets at Eastwood Café+Bar.

For the culinary centerpiece of this Sunday’s celebration, Eastwood Café+Bar presents A Mother’s Day Surf & Turf Affair, which features a delectable spread of flavors from the sea and the land—grilled steaks, roasted whole chicken, garlic butter prawns, baked sea bass, lechon Macao, and a seafood medley of mussels, scallops, and squid in crab coconut cream. The buffet will be available for both lunch (11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.) and dinner (6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.) on May 11, at PhP 1,899 nett per person. Children between the ages of 6 and 12 enjoy 50% off, while kids 5 years and under dine for free.

 

For bookings and further information, contact (632) 8570 7777 / (63) 917 531 6867 (Room Reservations) / (63) 917 821 0333 (Eastwood Café+Bar), email stay@eastwoodrichmonde.com, or visit www.eastwoodrichmondehotel.com.ph for instant confirmation of room bookings.

 

Mother’s Day Getaway and Festive Buffet at Richmonde Hotel Iloilo

Escape to Iloilo this Mother’s Day weekend with Richmonde’s Iloilo Summer Getaway with Mom room offer, available from May 9 to 12, 2025. Rates begin at PhP 5,700 nett and include spacious room accommodations, a satisfying breakfast buffet for two, and exclusive perks such as 10% off massage services and 10% off city tour packages for an enriching and relaxing experience. Every stay at Richmonde also includes the convenience of being located within the modern township of Iloilo Business Park and having the world-class Festive Walk Mall and Iloilo Convention Center right next door.

On May 11, The Granary presents Celebrate Her, a thoughtfully curated Mother’s Day Lunch Buffet showcasing international favorites like roasted turkey and a live pasta station. The buffet is priced at PhP 1,950 nett per adult and PhP 925 nett for children aged 6 to 12. Toddlers 5 years and below get to eat for free. As a special treat, moms dining with three full-paying guests can enjoy a generous 50% discount, and each mom receives a heartfelt token to mark the celebration.

To reserve a table or room, call (6333) 328 7888 / (63) 917 580 9642 (Room Reservations) / (63) 917 563 3558 (The Granary), email stay@richmondeiloilo.com, or book via www.richmondehoteliloilo.com.ph.

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Celebrate Mother’s Day at SM Hotel Properties

Hotel properties under SMHCC’s (SM Hotels & Conventions Corp.) esteemed collection of brands have everything in store for the queens of our homes this month of May.

The luxurious Conrad Manila offers families unforgettable ways to honor their moms, including elevated dining experiences and indulgent relaxation. Guests can enjoy a premium buffet at Brasserie on 3, showcasing a variety of exquisite dishes, where moms dine for free with every four paying adults. Dining mothers will also receive a complimentary fragrance set from KAYALI and can pose for photos against stunning floral installations. China Blue by Jereme Leung features an opulent set menu including lobster, abalone, and roasted pigeon, paired with a special mocktail to celebrate moms’ grace and strength. Meanwhile, Bru Coffee Bar presents themed cakes and pastries like strawberry tiramisu and mango cheesecake, perfect for gifting or sharing. To pamper mothers further, Conrad Spa Manila offers rejuvenating treatments using Isun’s wildcrafted ingredients for enhanced well-being. Families can create lasting memories and celebrate the extraordinary women in their lives with Conrad Manila’s world-class amenities, heartfelt gestures, and refined indulgences. For inquiries and reservations, contact +632 8833 9999 or email conradmanila@conradhotels.com.

Conrad Manila’s themed cakes for moms.

Lanson Place Mall of Asia, one of the country’s premiere hybrid hotels, invites moms and families for a staycation package with an overnight stay, buffet breakfast for two at Cyan Modern Kitchen, and a complimentary lunch or dinner buffet for mom when dining with two or more paying companions. Room rate starts at Php 6,888 per night. Indulge in an elevated Mother’s Day lunch or dinner at Cyan Modern Kitchen on 11 May capped with a mimosa and a thoughtful gift for every mom for only Php 3,000 nett per person. Make memories on Saturday, 10 May with a floral arrangement workshop paired with high tea for Php 3,800 nett at Madeleine High Tea—limited slots available. To know more, visit https://lansonplace.com/mallofasia. Lanson Place Mall of Asia is located at Block 12, Palm Coast Avenue corner Seaside Boulevard, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City. Follow its official social media pages pages (Facebook | Instagram).

Dining at Cyan Modern Kitchen, Lanson Place MOA.

Pico Sands Hotel, a sought-after getaway within a few hours from Manila extends a serene escape with a restful stay where stunning views, plush comforts, and the calm of nature create the perfect setting to unwind. Savor a curated feast at Pico Restaurant and Lagoa, where international and Filipino-Asian flavors come together for a family dining experience full of warmth and joy. Add a playful twist with Mom’s Fun Day Out—a lighthearted round of billiards and bowling with snacks for four (Php 2,200 nett). To cap off the day, give her the gift of renewal with a Rain, The Spa package (Php 2,500 nett), featuring traditional Hilot Therapy and a rejuvenating gua sha facial. Whether she seeks rest, flavor, connection, or fun, Pico de Loro Cove offers a beautifully crafted celebration for every kind of mom. For room reservations, call +63 917 809 1289 or email reservations@picosandshotel.com. For restaurant reservations, email fnb.reservations@picodeloroclub.com.

Whether she seeks rest, flavor, connection, or fun, Pico de Loro Cove offers a beautifully crafted celebration for every kind of mom.

Taal Vista Hotel, SMHCC’s iconic property in the heart of Tagaytay, presents a heartwarming lunch buffet at Veranda with a thoughtfully prepared feast of Filipino favorites and international delights, all while enjoying stunning views of Taal Lake. Priced at Php 1,980, this special buffet is the perfect way to treat Mom to a relaxing and memorable day surrounded by loved ones.

Extend the celebration with an exclusive room package, “Just for Mom: A Spa-cial Escape.”  From 1-31 May, rates start at Php 8,000, inclusive of an overnight stay and signature “Awaken the Senses” spa experience. For the Mother’s Day weekend, enjoy an upgraded package starting at Php 9,000, which includes a rejuvenating overnight escape, a trio of fresh blooms, and a petite banana cake—a sweet and thoughtful gift to make Mom feel truly cherished. For inquiries, call +63 (2) 7917 8225, email reservations@taalvistahotel.com for room reservations, veranda@taalvistahotel.com for dining inquiries, or visit the hotel’s social media pages @taalvistahotel or the website at www.taalvistahotel.com.

Notably, SMHCC’s remaining properties in Luzon (Park Inn by Radisson North EDSA and Park Inn by Radisson Clark), the Visayas region (Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu, Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo, and Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod), and the Mindanao region (Park Inn by Radisson Davao) equally offer special promotions curated for mothers and the rest of the family.

Celebrate and appreciate the ‘light of our homes’ at any SM Hotel property around the country, and give moms the recognition they deserve for all their acts of love and selflessness.

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