After Sunday brunch at Escolta ( Breakfast at Escolta June 6, 2010), James dragged me along to Burgos Circle………hmmmm….
NICE!! 🙂 James told me there are more if you come earlier in the morning, we we re already late but there were still quite a lot to see!
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A Manufacture spirit for a new masculine emblem
Daring, excellence, and inventiveness: the history of Cartier watch making is a reflection of a unique state of mind. A boundless tradition of research and pioneering that has doubly presided over the creation of a new Cartier watch for men, characterized by a bold Manufacture spirit: the Calibre de Cartier.
This creation is equipped with the first self-winding mechanical movement crafted entirely by Cartier: the Calibre 1904 MC. A new move forward that testifies to the priority Cartier gives to developing its own movements, based on in-depth, ambitious research.
Calibre de Cartier is a watch of character that challenges the round form in watch making through its mechanical construction, its noble balance between resilience and finesse, and the contrasting interplay of its polished, satin-brushed finishes.
A clear and simple style that is at the origin of a new Manufacture men’s watch, powered by the new masterpiece of Cartier watch making: the 1904 MC.
A men’s watch with intrinsic value
At first glance, the Calibre de Cartier watch is an arresting sight! Its powerful lines, robust case, and novel structure all indicate a Manufacture watch with a strongly defined character.
Its mechanical construction resolutely confirms this initial impression: its round case, measuring 42 mm in diameter, is heightened by a bezel and extended by four curved horns set precisely into the cylindrical case middle. It has a forthright personality that invites you to surpass your own limits.
Striking a subtle balance between power and finesse, the Calibre de Cartier watch is exceptionally comfortable to wear. It feels like a second skin and owes its ergonomics to the four horns that curve inwards to embrace the shape of the wrist. Its refined silhouette is punctuated by a polished, satin-brushed double shoulder, which protects the sides of the crown from any impacts that could affect its operation.
The bezel that embellishes the case also plays on contrasts: smooth and polished on the exterior, it becomes increasingly dynamic as it approaches the case. A 28 degree freefall towards the dial culminates in a fluted ring marked with 120 notches; a subtle detail that refers both to watch making trains and to the Manufacture spirit that pervades this new masculine timepiece.
The dial offers a virile reinterpretation of both the Cartier watch making codes and Roman numerals. It is dominated by an extra-large XII figure in subtle relief. This modern signature, enhanced by a succession of grained and snailed finishes arranged in arcs, places the Calibre de Cartier watch firmly in the dynamics of the 21st century.
A transparent sapphire crystal case back reveals the Calibre 1904 MC, the first self-winding movement to be produced entirely by Cartier. It demonstrates the astonishing expertise of a brand set to attract all lovers of beautiful watch making with this new emblem of masculinity.
The Calibre 1904 MC: the new triumph of Cartier watch making
The Calibre 1904 MC reflects the intense, ambitious research that Cartier has carried out over the years in the field of watch making mechanisms. This overt determination to develop its own movements, both simple and with complications, confirms Cartier’s strong intent to uphold the great tradition of fine Swiss watch making Manufactures.
The 1904 MC: a tribute to a seminal date in the history of Cartier watch making
Christened the 1904 MC in homage to the birth of Cartier watch making, the first self-winding movement to be entirely produced by Cartier perpetuates the vitality of an approach that is driven by a constant desire to go further. The conquest of time took on a whole new meaning in 1904 when Louis Cartier created a watch for his friend, the aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont. It was one of the very first watches to be worn on the wrist and enabled the pilot to read the time while keeping his hands on the controls during flight. This exciting development was born from passion, a taste for adventure, and a pioneering spirit that propelled watch making firmly into the modern era. More than a century later, the 1904 MC movement is launching a new chapter dedicated to Cartier watch making.
Utmost timekeeping precision
Precision, resilience, and reliability have determined the development of the first mechanical self-winding movement to be entirely created by Cartier. A successful blend of technology and aesthetics, the Calibre 1904 MC meets the extremely demanding standards set by Cartier for all of its creations.
This new 11 ½ line Calibre has been designed to ensure excellent chronometric stability at all levels of winding, whether the watch is worn for an hour or an entire day. To achieve this, the movement is equipped with a double barrel that guarantees the excellent, long-term consistency of the mainspring, thus making it possible to control and stabilize timekeeping precision.
The Calibre 1904 MC is fitted with a fine regulation system for perfect adjustment of the movement’s chronometry. Carried out by Cartier watchmakers, who meticulously adjust the arrow of the C-shaped index, this operation is essential to the accurate running of the watch.
To enable each owner to set the watch accurately to the nearest second, the Calibre 1904 MC is equipped with a stop-seconds system. When the crown is pulled out fully, the small-seconds hand stops instantly and immediately restarts once the crown is pushed back in against the case.
An innovative system for winding the time
Cartier has also abandoned the traditional reversers used in self-winding mechanisms, replacing them with an even more innovative pawl system that results in a faster winding rate, thus allowing the watch to be wound more easily.
Lastly, when the watch is worn on the wrist, a bi-directional winding system enables the oscillating weight to wind the movement as it rotates both clockwise and anti-clockwise.
Fine watch making finishes that go beyond the purely visible
The passion of artisan decorators drives an endless quest for beauty that highlights and enhances fine watch making movements. Visible through the transparent sapphire crystal case back of the Calibre de Cartier watch, the upper bridges and oscillating weight are decorated with the traditional Côtes de Genève. Even the main plate is circular-grained, despite the fact that it is hidden by the movement’s components.
The care devoted to the finishes adorning the Calibre 1904 MC demonstrates Cartier’s resolve to offer an exquisitely crafted movement that exceeds the immediately visible.
Crafting the components of time differently: an endless quest for quality.
Located at the heart of Swiss watch making, the Cartier Manufacture brings together all the artisanal professions of the industry, placing the most advanced technology alongside traditional crafts. This wealth of exceptional expertise, accumulated over many years, has given rise to the first self-winding mechanical movement to be made entirely by Cartier.
Development of this completely new Cartier movement has been led by a specialized unit made up of approximately twenty people representing all stages of its creation: design, development, industrialization, prototyping, and homologation. It is a long and rigorous process that is essential to guaranteeing the quality of a new movement before it goes into production. The reliability, resilience, and precision of the new Calibre 1904 MC have been verified by a highly stringent testing programme carried out in the Cartier laboratory, located in La Chaux-de-Fonds.
For the development of its new movement, Cartier implemented an innovative organizational watch making strategy that preserves the craftsman’s expertise and emphasizes the importance of human skills. This method creates a team of representatives from all of the crafts involved in the production of the movement, thus facilitating communication throughout the team and allowing better quality control at each stage of production and assembly.
This unfailing devotion to quality has resulted in the birth of the latest Cartier watch making masterpiece: the Calibre 1904 MC.
In the Philippines, Cartier is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is located at Rustan’s Makati, Shangri-La Plaza Mall and Rustan’s Cebu.
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We rented a mini cooper in LA to try it out 🙂
In a parking lot in LA – another cooper beside us
Last year, As I was driving in Polo Club, I saw many mini coopers in the parking lot
Then I saw their new showroom at the FORT! Love it! 🙂
And more minis 🙂
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My Dad collects life size figurines of movie characters in his home theater. We call them “CREATURES!” 🙂
Of course it is an attraction for everyone who visits his home theater and they always want a photo opportunity
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Manolet and Anthony are the husbands of my good friends, Michele and Marg. These guys have been friends since highschool and ever since, it has been their common interest to detail their cars. They would even challenge each other on who had the best detailing job. Later on, Anthony met the owner of Adam’s while he was living in the States.
When Anthony came back to the Philippines two and a half years ago, he brought back 3 balikbayan boxes of assorted Adam’s products, sold out everything and everything else followed. Now Adam’s is availabe in Handyman, True Value and Blade stores. Their products are also being used in Detailing Centers.
Adam’s is the business of the two best friends, Anthony and Manolet (ANSAN which stands for ANciano SANtos ). It’s a great friendship and a great parntnership.
This is part 1 of Heart2Heart’s feature for Adam’s as the 2 handsome Adam guys are going to actually detail my car to prove to us the quality of their products. So watch out for part 2.
Heart2Heart was so happy to listen to the two explain their different products. I learned a lot from them – tips on cleaning, cleaning, more cleaning, and learning to become obsessive compulsive on keeping everything nice and shiny :-). Some products can actually be used also for cleaning in the home so it can be used for both car and for home.
All the products are non abrasive, ENVIRONMENT FRIENDLY as they are all biodegradable. They all have pleasant scents, mostly fruity, and are not poisonous when inhaled. Therefore, Heart2Heart definitely supports Adam’s products!
Nicely scented, this powerful leather cleaning agent is effective on steering wheels, door panels, dash boards, and other plastic, vinyl, and rubber surfaces inside the vehicle. For a dry, rich finish with UV protection, follow with Adam’s Leather Conditioner.
This leather cleaner restores leather to brand new look. It has a good SPF factor of 68. It does not whiten leather or discolor. It even smells like leather. Good for belts, shoes and bags.
Like tires that look new, not oily and shiny? How about the exterior plastic of your vehicle? You will love our Vinyl, Rubber, and Tire Dressing. Enhance and protect the appearance of plastic, rubber, tires, moldings, and all vinyl surfaces. Adam’s V.R.T. is water-based, and contains no harmful solvents or alcohol. The thick moisturizing cream applies easily with a sponge and will not leave a greasy film, attract dirt, or harm paint and glass. Added U.V. protection keeps vehicle interiors and exteriors looking and feeling like new.
Vinyl, Rubber and Tire – Restores the true look of any vinyl and rubber in the house. It is not sticky and does not attract dust because it is water based and not oil based.
In & Out Spray is an incredible product for turning hard to reach, black plastic, rubber, and engines black again.
This is the only aerosol product of Adam’s. It restores any DULL BLACK FINISH – black wires in engine that are hard to reach, grill of cars- all you have to do is spray it. So any black wires, grills at home, just spray it and it will be black again at the same time it smells good…. like baby powder.
Now you see it, now you don’t. That’s what we like about Adam’s Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner. This non-toxic, non-allergenic cleaner contains no soap and will not create suds, yet it magically removes spots and dirt from your floor mats and other carpeted areas, and fabric upholstery.
This can be used for any carpet or upholstery at home. It ha sno smell. Just spray and wipe off with a micro fiber cloth or any “basahan” but not terry towels. For stubborn stains, use a toothbrush first and wipe off.
This pure liquid magic works wonders on stainless, brass, billet, chrome, and nickel. Our customers raved about the results the polish achieved on various metals that we now call it Adam’s Metal Polish #1. The liquid formula does not scratch and is safe to use on delicate metals. Follow with Adam’s Metal Polish #2 for additional shine and maintenance.
Adam’s Metal Polish #2 achieves the highest achievable gloss on unpainted metals. The liquid formula contains no abrasives and is the highest gloss metal polish on the market. We love it for its effortless application. Use Metal Polish #2 by itself to maintain mirror-like results on brass, stainless, billet, nickel, and chrome. Apply and remove with a microfiber pad for best results.
These two products can be used for silverware or stainless items in the house.
Customers have asked countless times for an excellent Glass Cleaner, and my response has been the same, “Until we make one that absolutely outperforms the others, we cannot offer one.” Well, it’s time! This Glass Cleaner outperforms the competition, and you will love it. Guaranteed to please, 110%
This glass cleaner has no AMMONIA compared to the other commercial glass cleaners. It can be used for mirrors, glass, stainless tops and windows.
Adam’s Swirl & Haze Remover is not rubbing compound. The alumina-based microcompound formula is less abrasive than toothpaste and gently removes swirls and hazing from clearcoats and painted surfaces. For use by hand or machine. Contains no silicone. Body Shop safe.
This is used to remove scratches and swirls on any glass, paint surfaces, even watch glasses.
Adam’s Detail Spray is the cornerstone of our product line and is the most versatile component in any detail kit. This “Best of Show” winner is a favorite at car shows. Use as a waterless car wash, a clay bar lubricant, or to enhance the depth and clarity of paint, chrome, plastic, aluminum, and glass. Specially formulated lubricants gently remove dirt, smudges, and grime, leaving surfaces with a smooth, ultra-high gloss finish. Use in the sun or shade, and in hot or cool temperatures.
Use on EVERYTHING and ANYTHING to CLEAN and SHINE any smooth and glossy surface. LCD TVs, computer screens, sunglasses and eyeglasses. Just spray and wipe with micro fiber cloth. DJ Papi ( Manolet ) uses it for his vinyl records and CDs. It is a MAGIC product. Surface is smooth again after spraying.
One advantage of using Adam’s is that it cuts the work time a lot shorter because there’s no curing time. It is easy to apply and remove and can be used under the sun.
OTHER ADAM’S PRODUCTS
This is incredibly concentrated, high performace Car Wash soap. Since it’s Ph neutral, it neutralizes the minerals in you water. You can wash the entire vehicle in the direct sun, and even let the suds dry! Take ake your washing to the next level: Try Adam’s Car Wash. Biodegradable & earth friendly. 110% Guaranteed to outshine your expectations.
1 bottle can clean 20 expeditions!
Even brand new cars can shine more, and Revive Polish is a great way to get you there. Guaranteed to be the easiest polish you have ever used, Revive can be used in any temperature, on any painted surface. Cleaning your paint, removing mild oxidation, old wax, surface scuffs, and clarifying the clear coat is handled quickly and easily with Revive Polish.
Our simple detailing system doesn’t have much mystery, or a dozen different polishes to choose from. After you have used a Clay Bar, and before you wax, use the Revive Polish to enhance depth, clarity, and reflection.
Revives true color of any car paint surface. There is a misconception that WAX makes the car shiny, but it is the polish that gives the shine and not the wax. Wax is the PROTECTANT and POLISH shines.
Buttery Wax is the easiest to use, shiniest liquid wax available today. For use in any weather condition, this wax literally falls off with the swipe of a Super Plush Microfiber Towel. Buttery Wax is a polymer and Carnauba blend, offering the best of both modern and classic technologies. Buttery Wax contains no cleaners or abrasives, and will not stain plastic or rubber. Always treat an imperfect finish with Adam’s Clay Bar and Revive Polish before applying Butter Wax. Suitable for application in the sun or shade, and in hot or cool temperatures.
To be used after Revive polish. Banana Scent. It enhances plus protects with SPF factor 70.
Adam’s Fine Grade Clay Bar is incredibly safe, and effective at removing surface contamination. Even new vehicles need Clay! Our new Blue Bar is the finest and safest detailing clay for your vehicle’s finish. It removes surface contamination safely and easily without skid or swirl marks.
After detailing your vehicle or motorcycle, it looks amazing. A month and a few washes later, you want to get that ‘just detailed’ look again. Adam’s Brilliant Spray Glaze does just that, it gives a ‘just detailed’ gloss, and takes reflection to a new level. Adds depth and clarity to chrome, glass, and paintwork. Brilliant Spray Glaze is a top seller for its extreme ease of use and for its ultra-high gloss results. Take your shine to the next level with Brilliant Spray Glaze!
Use for a QUICK SHINE! This is for people in a hurry to clean their car. The shine will last for two weeks.
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Philippine Tatler launched their 2008 Best Restaurants book and at the same time BMW launched their 1 series convertible
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Have you ever wondered what the Ex-Senator has been doing lately?
We were so surprised to discover his new found hobby and passion. GARDENS! The highlight of which was the English Garden in front of his house. I have never seen any like it in Manila. It was so beautiful with all the flowers. Tito Serge researched and worked very hard to create this garden. Majority of us probably appreciate gardens but we normally just hire landscapers to do it. But Tito Serge is different, he really chose each flower and plant and designed all his gardens himself. Amazing!!
Thank you Tito for sharing with us the beauty of nature through your gardens!
Heart2Heart is so proud to feature and share this new found hobby of Tito Serge.
Tito Serge showed me all his books on gardening. He has 45 books! I was so amused because he was so excited to show his books. I overheard him saying that his gardens are his therapy. He feels relaxed whenever he looks at his gardens.
Bamboo trees facing the dining room
The swimming pool with beautiful plants surrounding it.
Tito Serge’s home office. Across his office is a beautiful japanese garden. 
This garden leads to the the side garden of the house which is also very beautiful. All the surrounding areas of his house are all gardens and they are all beautifully made. 
Heart2Heart is honored to feature Autohaus BMW and its owner, Eymard. Eymard is also the Vice President for Marketing Services/Motorrad ( Motorcycle division ). So not only does he own the place, he is a hard working executive at Autohaus. Thank you Eymard for always being very supportive and for being such a kind gentleman always. And to all the girls out there- Eymard is married! So make sure if you do visit the showroom or give him a call, it is to order a BMW! And guess what…Valentine’s Day is just around the corner…you might find something for your special someone….
The exhibit was amazing…too bad Heart2Heart did not get to meet the owners of these BMWs. When men have hobbies, they put so much passion and soul into it and you can see it in their “toys”!- whether it be a car, a watch, a bike, a computer or some gadget.
BMW recently launched two new bikes….
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