A feast of spectacular flavors was hosted by SM, the official partner and titanium sponsor of Madrid Fusion Manila at SM By The Bay, Mall of Asia, bringing together the most distinguished culinary experts and Michelin-starred chefs from Spain, Asia and the Philippines. Heralding the confluence of cultures, SM presented this unique experience through SM Fiesta By The Bay, a celebration of food and the shared culinary connection of the Philippines and Spain.
Hans Sy, President, SM Prime Holding Inc., Annie Garcia, President, SM Supermalls, Steven Tan, SVP for Operations SM Supermalls, Perkin So, AVP for Operations SM Supermalls
From the SMX Convention Center, culinary delegates rode the calesas and jeepneys to the venue
where a delightful native cocktail set-up was waiting for them. The native cocktail set-up was designed with indigenous materials like rattan balls, wood trunks, flora and local fruits like lanzones and mangosteen.
Opening the feast was an astounding cultural performance from Katribo Kolektib, percussionists from Pinikpikan, Maguindanao, and Katribu and a special presentation from the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA).
Guests enjoyed a quintessentially Filipino menu consisting of 20 lechon, delectable dishes and savory desserts prepared by SM. Kontra-GaPi, an ethnic music and dance ensemble, set the mood of the night. Ending the welcome night in style is a show of vibrant colors through a grand fireworks display.
So nice to see Leah Magallanes VP Food & Beverage of SM Hotels and Convention. She is the head of all the F&B of Pico del Oro, Taal Vista Hotel, Park Inn Davao, Radisson Blu Cebu, and the two new hotels – Park Inn Clark and Conrad Hotel opening this year 
