Last April 14-15, 2018, Conrad Manila presented “Inspired Beginnings: A Bespoke Wedding Experience,” at the Forbes Ballroom, featuring the hotel’s iconic ballrooms, function and guest rooms, and some of the wedding industry’s best and up-and-coming names—all poised and dedicated to soon-to-wed couples for their ultimate inspired wedding celebration.
Guests were officially welcomed to the opening of “Inspired Beginnings” with a performance by the highly-acclaimed Bernie Pasamba Quartet followed by talks courtesy of Conrad Manila’s Executive Chef Daniel Patterson, Executive Chinese Chef Eng Yew Khor and Ycoy Sitchon of La Belle Fete Weddings and Events. There was a behind-the-scene workshop on wedding cakes by Cakes by Mannix, which was also one of the highlights.
On the second day, Jaja Samaniego took center stage to discuss Wedding Photography and Styling followed by Oleossentials which tackled oil blending; while the husband and wife tandem of Jayjay and Feliz Lucas shared about the nuances of married life. Dr. Ma. Veronica J. Estrella then takes the lead with a pre-wedding skin care workshop for brides and grooms.
Adding extra dazzle to the event is the much-awaited return of Conrad Manila’s celebrity Master Chef Jereme Leung of China Blue by Jereme Leung who presented a master class and shared his insights on traditional Chinese wedding banquets, his specially curated Opulence of the Orient menu, and the latest menu trends.
For the two-day “Inspired Beginnings”, a specially produced Ting Hun or Chinese Engagement Party took centerstage. Conrad Manila, in partnership with ChinoyTV on ANC, presented this beautiful tradition replete with an engagement reenactment, while intimate talks by special guests are sure to encourage soon-to-wed couples to mount a Ting Hun for their own weddings. Products and services ideally for Ting Hun ceremonies were also showcased.
The finale of the two-day spectacle was exclusive bridal fashion show at the hotel’s luxurious Presidential Suite, featuring the works of renowned designer Veluz Puno Reyes of Veluz Brides.
The exhibit featured esteemed suppliers, namely: Proudrad, Metrophoto, Nice Print, La Belle Fete Weddings & Events, Jaja Samaniego, Chestknots, Treehouse Story, Veluz, Guerlain, The Spoiled Groom, Flowers & Events by Teddy Manuel, The Vents Studio by Gideon Hermosa, Michael Badang Rueda, Events by Nikki Chatto, Joyce Aguilar/ 2171 Floral Creations, Events by Dave Sandoval, Jo Claravall, Michael Ruiz Event Styling, doTerra, Moët & Chandon, Cakes by Mannix, Pastry by Penk Ching, Chef Castillo Fuentes, LX Events Pro, A Perfect Day Wed Car and Shiseido.
The iconic Conrad Manila offers couples the ideal venue to accommodate all types of celebrations. From intimate ceremonies to grand wedding affairs, the hotel features flexible event spaces and a pillar-less Grand Ballroom that can accommodate up to 1,000 guests for a sit down dinner and up to 1,500 for cocktails. An idyllic 2,300 sq. m. outdoor venue with sweeping views of the city landscape is also available for open-air wedding ceremonies and cocktail receptions.
With the convenience of being situated near the city’s grandest churches, Conrad Manila also adds a romantic detail of the picturesque Manila Bay sunset as a breathtaking backdrop for wedding receptions, including Ting Hun or traditional Chinese engagement ceremonies.
Cited as the Best Wedding Hotel at the prestigious 2017 International Property Awards, Conrad Manila provides couples with their dream nuptials brought to life by a dedicated, experienced and inspired team of social event specialists to ensure that guest needs are impeccably met and every detail immaculately executed.
Setting the standard for contemporary and stylish nuptials in the city, Conrad Manila offers standard and premium wedding packages Divine, Prosperity and the Opulence of the Orient, to suit the modern bride and groom.
To learn more about weddings at Conrad Manila, please call +63 2 833 9999 or log on to conradmanila.com. You may also view the hotel’s wedding packages through hiltonasiaweddings.com.
