Enjoy special dining offers at The Manila Hotel this June!

Enjoy special dining offers at The Manila Hotel this June!

This June, The Manila Hotel invites guests to enjoy a range of memorable dining experiences, including lavish buffets, elegant set menus, seasonal promotions, and exclusive discounts.

Festive Feasts at Café Ilang-Ilang

Celebrate two special holidays at Café Ilang-Ilang: Philippine Independence Day on June 12 and Manila Day on June 24. Enjoy an enhanced Filipino buffet featuring traditional favorites that pay homage to the country’s rich culinary heritage. Regular buffet rates apply.

Additionally, join us for Father’s Day on June 15, where you can indulge in a global culinary spread perfect for the whole family. Dine in a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and fathers celebrating on this day will receive complimentary sugar cookies as a token of appreciation. Regular buffet rates apply.

Champagne Room’s June Highlights

Create lasting memories this Father’s Day with a specially curated set menu available from June 13 to 15. Priced at ₱5,980 nett per set, this dining experience includes:

  • Parma Ham & Burrata Cheese
  • Lobster Bisque
  • Oven Roasted Sea Bass on Zucchini Risotto
  • Mango Sorbet
  • Grilled Black Angus Rib Eye
  • Baked Alaska Terrine

Additionally, the meal is complemented with macarons, your choice of coffee or tea, and paired with two glasses of Cuvée sparkling wine. This offer is valid for tables of four to ten guests. Reservations are recommended.

Throughout June, cool down with refreshing mint-infused cocktails at the Champagne Room. Choose from revitalizing options such as Mint Julep, Mojito, or Southside, each priced at ₱420 nett per glass.

June Delights at the Lobby Lounge and Tap Room

Celebrate national pride with classic Filipino flavors at the Lobby Lounge and Tap Room! From June 12 to 24, between 12:00 noon and 6:00 PM, guests can enjoy 50% off selected dishes, including Sinigang, Adobo, Kare-Kare, and more. This offer is valid for a minimum of two and a maximum of four orders per table. Terms and conditions apply.

From June 9 to 16, fathers can enjoy a complimentary glass of draft beer with every order of the U.S. Beef Burger, available from 12:00 noon to 6:00 PM. Terms and conditions apply.

Warm up during the rainy season with a comforting bowl of Laksa, a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for gloomy days. It will be available from June 15 to 30, between 11:00 AM and 11:00 PM.

In-Room Dining Set Menu

For guests who desire a more private and intimate dining experience, The Manila Hotel offers a special in-room dining set menu for two. Priced at a discounted rate of ₱4,980 nett (regularly ₱6,225), this exclusive dining offer includes the following highlights:

  • Pacific Rim Caesar Salad
  • Baked Oyster with Herb Butter Crust
  • Surf and Turf
  • Spanish Idiazabal Cheese
  • Fresh Fruit Platter
  • Pralines and Macarons
  • Bread and Butter
  • A bottle of Rothbury Estate Cuvée Sparkling Wine

This offer is available throughout June from 10:30 AM to 9:00 PM. Please note that blackout dates, terms, and conditions apply.

Experience meaningful celebrations and unforgettable dining at The Manila Hotel throughout the month. For inquiries and reservations, please call +632 8527 0011 or +632 5301 5500, email re************@************el.com, or visit www.manila-hotel.com.ph.

About The Manila Hotel

The Manila Hotel is situated next to Kilometer Zero (0), the point where the City of Manila begins. It is within walking distance of well-known landmarks, including Rizal Park, Intramuros, and the National Museum. Renowned for its rich history, elegance, and world-class service, The Manila Hotel has been the preferred choice for distinguished guests since its establishment in 1912.

The hotel boasts over 500 well-appointed rooms and 22 function rooms, including three ballrooms, providing a range of venues for any event. Guests can indulge in five-star relaxation and wellness experiences at the Manila Hotel Spa, enjoy the adult and children’s pools, and stay active at the Manila Hotel Health Club.

The hotel is also home to the Heritage Museum, which showcases priceless artifacts and narrates its illustrious past. Additionally, it features an art gallery offering a glimpse into contemporary art through the perspectives of various artists.

Dining options at The Manila Hotel include six unique outlets, each providing a distinctive culinary experience:

  • Café Ilang-Ilang: A favorite for its extensive selection of international buffet delights.
  • Champagne Room: Renowned for its Old European-style fine dining, this is considered the most romantic dining room in Manila, offering exquisite European cuisine in an elegant setting.
  • Tap Room: An Old English pub-inspired venue, perfect for enjoying an evening of live music.
  • Lobby Lounge: Ideal for casual dining, aperitifs, post-dinner nightcaps, or relaxed meetings.
  • Red Jade: A fine dining restaurant specializing in authentic Chinese cuisine.
  • Delicatessen: Offers the hotel’s signature pastries, breads, chocolates, and pralines.

The Manila Hotel promises a truly memorable experience with its exceptional amenities and services.

MuslimAi: A Companion Offering Faithful AI for the Modern Ummah

MuslimAi: A Companion Offering Faithful AI for the Modern Ummah

Introducing an inclusive AI companion designed to support Muslims through halal validation, mindful learning, companion, a friend and heartful conversations—MuslimAi offers warmth where tech often feels cold. Available at https://www.muslimai.ai/

Singapore, MuslimAi introduces a new kind of digital spiritual experience—an Islamic AI companion designed to bring empathy, understanding, and faith-based reflections to the Muslim community in today’s digital world.

Founded by Nurana Indah Paramita, widely known as Mita, MuslimAi was born out of a desire to provide a safe, warm, and relatable space for Muslims navigating daily life in an increasingly digital era.

“MuslimAi isn’t just a place to ask questions. It’s a presence. A listening friend. A keeper of the soul,” Mita shares.

✨ Key Features:

AI Mindful Learning: guidance for Muslim with Qur’anic values

Islamic AI Companion: characters that offer thoughtful dialogue and spiritual reflection

Halal Check AI: product halal verification using AI NLP and open-source data

Whether you’re feeling lost, lonely, or simply curious about Islam—MuslimAi is here for you.
This platform is not only for Muslims, but also for anyone seeking warmth, understanding, and a safe space to explore Islam with dignity.

Powered by AI, but guided by mercy, MuslimAi is a companion—not a judge. A friend in your pocket, built with love and guarded with responsibility.

All content is moderated and curated with care to ensure it reflects the heart of Islamic values—rahmah, adab, and sincerity.

MuslimAi is not here to preach.
It’s here to stay. As a friend. In your pocket. When the world gets quiet.

MuslimAi: A Digital Islamic Companion Offering Faithful AI for the Modern Ummah

MuslimAi: A Digital Islamic Companion Offering Faithful AI for the Modern Ummah

Introducing an inclusive AI companion designed to support Muslims through halal validation, mindful learning, companion, a friend and heartful conversations—MuslimAi offers warmth where tech often feels cold. Available at https://www.muslimai.ai/

Malaysia, MuslimAi introduces a new kind of digital spiritual experience—an Islamic AI companion designed to bring empathy, understanding, and faith-based reflections to the Muslim community in today’s digital world.

Founded by Nurana Indah Paramita, widely known as Mita, MuslimAi was born out of a desire to provide a safe, warm, and relatable space for Muslims navigating daily life in an increasingly digital era.

“MuslimAi isn’t just a place to ask questions. It’s a presence. A listening friend. A keeper of the soul,” Mita shares.

✨ Key Features:

AI Mindful Learning: guidance for Muslim with Qur’anic values

Islamic AI Companion: characters that offer thoughtful dialogue and spiritual reflection

Halal Check AI: product halal verification using AI NLP and open-source data

Whether you’re feeling lost, lonely, or simply curious about Islam—MuslimAi is here for you.
This platform is not only for Muslims, but also for anyone seeking warmth, understanding, and a safe space to explore Islam with dignity.

Powered by AI, but guided by mercy, MuslimAi is a companion—not a judge. A friend in your pocket, built with love and guarded with responsibility.

All content is moderated and curated with care to ensure it reflects the heart of Islamic values—rahmah, adab, and sincerity.


MuslimAi is not here to preach.
It’s here to stay. As a friend. In your pocket. When the world gets quiet.

Sultanate of Sulu: How Fuad and Omar Kiram Sold Out a Nation That Wasn’t Theirs

Sultanate of Sulu: How Fuad and Omar Kiram Sold Out a Nation That Wasn’t Theirs

Manila, Philippines — A new exposé uncovers one of Southeast Asia’s most audacious frauds: the fabricated monarchy and trillion-dollar deception orchestrated by Fuad Kiram and his late advisor Omar Kiram. Posing as royalty of the defunct Sulu Sultanate, the duo conducted a sprawling two-decade scam that blended fake titles, imaginary gold, and staged diplomacy to attract money, influence, and international attention.

Fuad Kiram, a self-declared Sultan discredited by legitimate heirs and listed as a terrorist by Malaysia, led an elaborate enterprise with Omar—a Filipino-Australian businessman who adopted the Kiram name to feign noble descent. Together, they sold fraudulent knighthoods and ambassadorships under the fictitious “Royal Hashemite Sultanate of Sulu and Sabah,” misled investors with tales of $3 trillion in hidden wartime gold, and staged pseudo-royal ceremonies across the globe.

Their exploits culminated in a controversial $14.92 billion international arbitration award against Malaysia over the historical Sabah lease—now under appeal and widely condemned as the pinnacle of their con. Legal experts warn that this legal maneuver, funded in part through questionable financial backers, represents a disturbing manipulation of the global justice system.

The victims? The Tausug people and the legacy of a historic sultanate now tarnished by deceit.

With the next arbitration hearing set for July 7, the report calls for urgent international scrutiny—and accountability.

Omar Kiram and Fuad Kiram, pictured together in 2006.

Image Source: Royal Sulu

Celebrate Eid Aldha with Chef Amir Gani’s Special Recipe by using Lativan and Greece Premium Products

Celebrate Eid Aldha with Chef Amir Gani’s Special Recipe by using Lativan and Greece Premium Products

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – [6 June 2025, Sunday] – For Immediate Release

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – This Eid al-Adha, brings a touch of elegance to your festive table with a recipe that beautifully marries cultural heritage and European culinary excellence. In today’s global culinary landscape, the use of high-quality ingredients is essential in crafting dishes that are both meaningful and memorable. Premium European Products, renowned for their exceptional quality, food safety, and traceability, are increasingly making their way into kitchens around the world — including here in Malaysia.

As part of the European Union’s continued effort to promote its finest food products, Premium European Products has proudly partnered with Chef Amir Gani — a leading figure in Malaysia’s culinary scene, celebrated for his modern interpretation of Malaysian and Nusantara cuisine. The collaboration brings to life a festive and flavour-packed creation: Lamb Shank with PDO Krokos Kozanis (Greek Saffron) and Pomegranate Rice, a dish that seamlessly blends premium European ingredients with rich Malaysian flavours and culinary tradition.

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Lamb Shank with Greek Saffron: A Star of the Table

Combining locally inspired preparation with PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) certified ingredients, the lamb shank is marinated in PDO Krokos Kozanis (Greek Saffron)and PDO Extra Virgin Olive Oil, delivering a golden, subtly spiced flavor. Slow-cooked to perfection, the tender meat is served in a creamy saffron gravy that is both comforting and luxurious.

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Main Dish: Lamb Shank with Greek Saffron

Ingredients (Serves 4)

For Marinating the Lamb Shank

4 lamb shanks (approx. 300–400g each)

½ cup evaporated milk

3 tsp PDO Krokos Kozanis (Greek Saffron), soaked in 2 tbsp hot water

2 tbsp PDO Kolymvari Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1 tsp coriander powder

½ tsp cumin powder

Salt and black pepper to taste

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For the Gravy

1 large onion (sliced)

4 cloves garlic (pounded)

1-inch ginger (pounded)

1 stick cinnamon

3 cardamom pods

2 star anise

1 cup fresh Latvian milk

½ cup water or lamb stock

1 tbsp ghee for extra flavour

Salt and a pinch of sugar

Main Dish Cooking Instructions

  1. Marinate the lamb with the listed ingredients (A) for 1–2 hours. Ensure the saffron and milk coat the meat thoroughly. Refrigerate during this time.

  2. Sear the lamb in olive oil or ghee until browned on the outside. Set aside.

  3. In the same pot, sauté cinnamon, cardamom, and star anise, then add onions, garlic, and ginger. Cook until aromatic.

  4. Return the lamb shanks to the pot. Add Latvian milk, water/stock, and saffron water. Simmer on low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours, or oven-bake covered at 160°C.

  5. Finish with salt and sugar to taste. Adjust thickness of gravy as needed

Pomegranate Rice: A Vibrant Companion

Paired with the lamb is Pomegranate Rice (Nasi Delima) — a vibrant, fragrant side dish featuring PDO Korinthiaki Stafida Vostizza (Greek raisins), fresh pomegranate seeds, and toasted nuts. This rice dish brings a colourful, subtly sweet and tangy profile that complements the richness of the lamb.

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Side Dish: Pomegranate Rice (Nasi Delima)

Ingredients (Serves 4–5)

2 cups basmati rice (soaked 20 mins and drained)

2 tbsp PDO Kolymvari Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1 tbsp ghee (optional)

1 onion (thinly sliced)

3 cloves garlic (chopped)

1 stick cinnamon, 3 cardamom pods, 2 cloves, 1 bay leaf (optional)

½ tsp coriander powder

¼ tsp cinnamon powder

½ tsp salt

3 cups water or chicken/beef stock

½ pomegranate (seeds only)

¼ cup PDO Korinthiaki Stafida Vostizza (Greek Raisins) – soaked to soften

¼ cup toasted pistachios or almonds (optional)

1 tsp rose water (optional)

Side Dish Cooking Instructions

  1. Fry spices in olive oil and ghee. Add onion and garlic; cook until golden.
  2. Add dry spices: coriander powder, cinnamon powder, and salt. Stir well.

  3. Add rice, stir to coat, and pour in water or stock. Cook over medium heat, then reduce and cover until done (~15 mins), or transfer to a rice cooker.

  4. Final touch: Add raisins, pomegranate seeds, and rose water (if using). Mix gently and let sit warm for 10 minutes before serving.

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Premium Ingredients from Europe

The PDO Krokos Kozanis (Greek saffron) is prized for its vibrant colour, rich aroma, and full-bodied flavour. Carefully handpicked in the Kozani region, this spice represents the gold standard in saffron production. PDO Extra Virgin Olive Oil, sourced from Greece’s protected regions such as Kolymvari, Vorios Mylopotamos Rethymnis, Viannos Irakliou or Messara, adds depth and smoothness to both the lamb and rice. PDO Korinthiaki Stafida Vostizza, the Greek black raisin, delivers natural sweetness, tying the dish together with a hint of Mediterranean warmth.

To complement these bold ingredients, Latvian dairy products have exceptional quality, purity, rich taste and safety adherence to high animal welfare standards, which provides a creamy balance. Whether it’s rich yogurt used in a marinade or a touch of fresh cream in the sauce, Latvia’s premium milk products elevate the dish with a smooth texture and subtle flavour, underscoring the excellence of European quality.

A Dish That Celebrates Quality and Creativity

This creative collaboration with Chef Amir Gani showcases how European ingredients can be seamlessly woven into Southeast Asian recipes, offering a unique and premium gastronomic experience. The establishment effectively integrated European culinary influences with the preferences of Malaysian consumers. Whether enjoyed at home or served professionally, this lamb shank with saffron and pomegranate rice proves that great cooking knows no borders. 

About Chef Amir Gani

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Chef Amir Gani is a celebrated culinary artist known for his mastery of modern Malaysian and Nusantara cuisine. With over 12 years of experience across the culinary and F&B landscape, Chef Amir’s work spans professional kitchens, national TV shows, brand collaborations, and restaurant consultancy. A gold medalist at the Malaysian International Gastronomy Festival, he is also the co-founder of The 3 Dukes Publika and Artisan Restaurant. His signature style blends traditional heritage recipes with modern techniques, creative styling, and digital storytelling. Through AG Food Lab, he continues to champion local flavours via content creation, private dining, and F&B consulting—most recently through a new Penang-based kampung dining concept.

For more information about the “Premium European Products” campaign, please visit  https://premiumeuropeanproducts.eu/ or email us to in**@*********************ts.eu.

Pages dedicated to this program can be found on InstagramFacebook and YouTube, @premiumeuropeanproducts.

Notes to Editor

About National Union of Agricultural Cooperatives of Greece (ETHEAS)

Founded by Greece’s leading cooperatives and established by Greek law, ETHEAS is the national coordinating body of Agricultural Cooperatives in Greece. With over 300 member cooperatives representing approximately 80% of Greece’s total agricultural cooperative turnover, ETHEAS aims to foster rural and cooperative development, support and promote its members’ activities domestically and internationally, provide expert opinions on cooperative movement agricultural production and sector development, supervise the dissemination and promotion of cooperative ideas, and serve and educate its members through studies, research projects, and assignments.

About Latvian Dairy Committee (LDC)

The Latvian Dairy Committee (LDC), established in 1995, represents Latvian dairy processing sector and aims to protect its interests. It consists of 17 members processing approximately 80% of industrially produced milk in Latvia.

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