BENCH presents: LEE MIN HO "My Everything" Press Conference

This is actually my second time seeing him this near and mind I tell you he's got almost creamy flawless skin. I've never seen anyone this smooth, this approachable and appreciative at the same time. Oppa was a delight to hear while being interviewed. He was a little tired but he didn't show it. It started a little bit rough on the venue because everyone wanted to see him, take shots of him and videos too. So imagine the throng of people fighting their way in the front so they could do this. Yes, I'm part of that crowd too. It was hard, but I know I've got to at least give you what you wanted to see. Did you catch my live tweets? :) You should check @kumagcow on Twitter because I covered pretty much everything. But here's an even better treat for you guys.

I had problems where I had to take shots. See this crowd? This isn't even half of it.

Then when everyone was settled... he came in... of course I've heard screams!

He immediately said hi to everyone and proceeded to his seat in the middle for the interview. He waved a lot to his fans and to the media. He was a little tired I think from the trip but he kept smiling all throughout the interview. He inaugurated the building, this was held on the 21st floor of the new BENCH TOWER. =)

Don't you guys just want to melt every time he smiles like this?? =)

Sam Oh of ETC hosted the program. She was fun and bubbly. She made it easy for Lee Min Ho to get settled and the conversation was fun. 

More photos here!

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Announcement: Winner of 2 Upper Box Tickets to Lee Min Ho Live in Manila -World Tour Concert!

Congratulations to our winner of the 2 Upper Box tickets to Lee Min Ho Live in Manila - World Tour Concert on July 6th 2013. Out of about 842 valid entries, we have to pick only one winner.

She is no other than Ms. Hazel Ortega aka @HFritziely on Twitter. She followed me as you can see.

She's been verified to also follow Global brand Bench on Twitter :)

Follow @kumagcow and RT this to win a pair of Upper Box tickets as @benchtm presents ‎#LeeMinHoLiveinManila http://t.co/qHL3eoy23D ❤
— Hazel Ortega (@HFritziely) July 4, 2013

Congratulations Hazel! You now have 2 upper box tickets for Lee Min Ho's concert at the MOA Arena. I'll send you details through DM how to claim  your prize!

I'm so happy a fan won this giveaway. Thank you so much to Bench and to everyone who participated. I would have wanted to give each one of you tickets but we only have 2. I'll try to post photos from the presscon later so stay tuned for that!

 

Experience Tour De France in Spiral Manila!

Tour de France has been one of the most awaited events in the cycling world. I've got my picks too but most of them are Scandinavian teams. It's a dark year right now as most of you know because most of the sponsors pulled out because of the controversies against doping, thanks to Mr. Armstrong. I don't want no drama and all I want to enjoy is just the event, the sport, the people involved in it. But of course, none of our athletes are qualified... but I'm optimistic that pretty soon they will. Wouldn't that be nice to see?

Well, here's the thing... we don't really need to go to France and their small villages just to experience all of these festivities in Tour de France. We can stay right here in the comforts of our own city. We just need to know where to celebrate the same way these French men and women do.

There's a place called Spiral at the posh Sofitel Manila that's got everyone attention when it comes to five star luxury food. Their buffet boasts of 21 ateliers that's going to blow you away. It's an adventure on its own and I haven't seen anything like it in other resort hotels. It's something definitely worth trying when in Manila. Now here are some things that are specially created just for the Tour de France season by seasoned Chef's of Spiral. This means you get to enjoy these awesome dishes the whole month of July!

Can I have you interested in Cod Fish Aioli?

Or maybe meaty Cote de Boeuf?

Perhaps the mouthwatering Duck confit cassoulet?

 

 Or the Lamb chops with roasted eggplant =)

How about the savory Onion Pissaladierie?

 

Or this yummy Pan-fried scallop with leek Mussel Mariniere!

You can also indulge in comfort food like the Potato Reblochon Cheese Gratin :)

And also say good bye to diet with this Quiche Lorraine.

Go all out with this Sauteed Porcini Mushrooms with truffle.

 

Or do the Savory buckwheat crepe all throughout the day!

Go healthy and surf with the Steamed scallops in black bean sauce.

Then end your meal in this sweet Tropezienne; go back to the first dish and start all over again!

This whole circuit doesn't really need you to go jump on the plane and travel all the way to France just to experience this first hand. Go to Sofitel Manila, park your bikes, spend time with friends and family by eating lunch anytime this July to experience Tour de France, Spiral's style. Reveal the juiciest secrets in this place and see what you have been missing all these years. This is the time you reward yourself and take a break from all that business. You should be happy. Just give Spiral a visit and experience nice little quaint French towns and regions like Nice, Perigord, Brittany and Savoy all time this July at Spiral, the best buffet in Manila. Take that gastronomic trip and be a champion in your own right.

You may reserve a table and ask for more by calling (632) 832-6988 and (632) 551-5555 ext. 6988. You can also email fbreservations@sofitelmanila.com. Like them on Facebook by searching Spiral Manila or visit their official website at www.spiralmanila.com.

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