As published in The Philippine Star on February 11, 2015
Whether you are a romantic at heart or someone who avoids all forms of VDay hoopla, it is undeniable that the month of February is one of this year's most festive months. Five days after Valentine's Day, we all herald in the Year of the Sheep and kick off the celebrations for the Chinese New Year.
One of Quezon City's best kept gems, Eton Centris, celebrates Valentine's Day and Chinese New Year with a series of festivities and special performances. Planning your celebrations at this urban lifestyle destination instead of in the usual haunts might just be the very thing that'll make your February more memorable.
"Eton Centris is more than just a stopover location — it is a destination worth discovering in its own right," says Martha Herrera; Eton Properties' AVP for Marketing, PR, and corporate communications. "It is a remarkable shopping and entertainment district with one of Manila's largest BPO hubs."
There is truly more to Eton Centris than its famous S1DCOR Sunday Market where shoppers can find anything from fresh produce, scrumptious food, and fashionable clothes to art, furniture, plants, and regional products.
You can spend Valentine's eve listening to music by Mike Chan and Aia De Leon at the Eton Centris Walk open grounds on Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m.
On Feb. 18, bring the entire family to witness the traditional dragon and lion dance — two performances that epitomize the historical roles of dragons and lions as symbols of courage, stability, and superiority. Enjoy the rhythmic beats as dancers captivate the crowd with their lively performance at 10 a.m., then stay a bit longer to witness the fascinating fireworks display at 7 p.m., which aims to ward off evil spirits and attract good fortune.
From Feb. 9 to 12, enjoy acoustic sounds at the Eton Centris Walk activity center nightly. Enjoy performances from 33 E on Feb. 9, Jianas Acoustic on Feb. 10, Almost There on Feb. 11 and Pure Vibe on Feb. 12. Shows start at 7 p.m.
Aside from these, Centris Walk will showcase an extensive Chinese New Year—themed bazaar from Feb. 6 to 28, which will offer extraordinary finds for the whole family. The bazaar will feature rare knidkknacks, delicious cakes and pastries, delicatessen, and a wide variety of items for feng shui enthusiasts. And because no celebration is complete without a superb meal, a strpll along Eton Centris Walk will give you a lot of choices for food and entertainment.
Eton Centris is more than just a stopover location—it is a destination worth discovering in its own right.
Avail of Uncle Cheffy's special Valentine promotion for couples billed as "Treat for the Sweets." Enjoy a delicious hearty meal of your alltime favorite brickoven Panizza, US Angus Top Blade Steak, Crispy Pork Belly Salad and luscious cheesecake with bottomless iced tea for only P950+. "Our 'Treat for the Sweets' Valentine promotion features the innovative brickoven cuisine Uncle Cheffy is known for," says Arniel Arjona, manager of Uncle Cheffy — Eton Centris Branch, "Aside from offering mouthwatering dishes and personalized service, our goal is to delight our customers with special promotionsto celebrate important occasions."
Other musttry restaurants in Eton Centris Walk include Larry and Mau, Asya, Pho Hoa, My Thai, Jack's Loft, The Pancake House, Yang Chow Dimsum & Tea House, Ramen X, Mazza Shawarma, Tong Yang, Kuse, Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, Chatime, Tutti Frutti, and Soya Bar.
Likewise, inside the Cyberpod Centris BPO building is a lineup of alltime favorites like: Shakey's, House of Lasagna, Yellow Cab, Gloria Jean's, Max's Restaurant, and TArk, which offers an eclectic range of Singaporean and Taiwanese dishes.
For the month of February, Gloria Jean's Coffee in Eton Centris offers 10 percent discount on its bestselling drinks such as the Irish Chocolate Creme Chiller, White Chocolate Oreo Chiller and Classic Hot Chocolate.
Max's Restaurant in Eton Centris, on the other hand, features special meals and desserts. The restaurant offers its sumptuous Chicken Meal for Two for only P529, luscious cake rolls for only P29 each, Choco Peanut Butter and White Chocolate Cakes for only P250each, and sugar cookies for only P29. Customers will also receive a box of delectable chocolate and caramel bites for every Pl,500 single receipt on Valentine's Day.
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