CATEGORIES

TASTY OBSESSIONS

Bruce Rickett and Jae Pickrell's Iai is a tour de force of the couple's singular vision for Japanese cuisine

golden HOUR

Now's the time to savor each moment and surround yourself with the best at hand. These feel-good choices are at the top of our list

TRADITION REIMAGINED

In celebration of their 20 years in the culinary industry, Barcino invited five Michelin star chef Paco Perez as the great navigator of a gastronomic expedition - 12 courses that put the flavors of the sea at the forefront

IN SUCCESSION

We were shooting two fashion influencers at a hotel. As far as shoots went, it was a breeze.

EVERYDAY EXCELLENCE

Each day is Asian Implantology and Integrated Dentistry or AIID's new chance to provide top-of-the-line dental care under Dr. Miguel Librojo's caring leadership

THAZZIA FALEK

For years, the makeup artist has built an incredible body of work seen on global runways, commercials, and editorials. But now, she is ready to take her next big step: to show the world that she is built to last

ETERNAL TREASURES

Bvlgari continues to prove its timeless allure with its high jewelry creations-a kaleidoscope of colors that tell stories of enduring beauty

ARTISTIC PURSUITS

MEGA sits down with master perfumer and artistic director Francis Kurkdjian to discover his latest endeavor

up on a soapbox

What use is there to power if it cannot be used to preserve the beauty of the world around us? Mary Rose Marbil is making a clear stance with her sustainability efforts-transforming communities one D.I.Y. soap at a time

COLOR YOUR WORLD

MEGA flies to Hong Kong to discover Hermès Beauty's latest offering: a 40-piece collection of eye and lip pencils, eyeliners and accessories-designed to add strokes of enchantment to makeup

BEYOND THESE BRIGHT SMILES

Dr. Steve Mark Gan proudly leads GAOC in its pursuit of dentistry perfection through the highest-grade faculty, facilities, and core belief of uncovering the natural beauty in oral health.

twice AS NICE

When two great minds collaborate with your best interest in mind, you get double the deal

the pursuit of Happiness

Good things abound in Janine Gutierrez's life right now. She doesn't need to take a break to be mindful of them all

TO BUY OR NOT TO BUY: THAT IS THE QUESTION

With overconsumption once again taking hold, what does it mean for our planet and its people?

ON PRESTIGIOUS WHEELS

Weekends become sleek getaways for the urban man on the Yamaha NMAX and XMAX with their advanced features, classy design, and luxury handling

OF ELAN AND NONCHALANCE

Inspiration comes from the inside out for renowned designers Rajo Laurel and Martin Bautista. Long-time friends and collaborators, they are kindred spirits who share the same language when it comes to their approach to their designs and their conviction that their garments should ultimately be wearable. They discuss with MEGA the merits of day offs, waking up early, and their hot takes on quiet luxury

THREADS OF HERITAGE

Working with the fabric of identity, Niño Franco is telling a narrative reimagined

DIAMOND OF THE ASPHALT

Stomp through City Paths and Urban Jungles in Cole Hann's 5.ZERØGRAND All-Terrain Runners

SCHOOL IS IN SESSION

In the fourth edition of BeautyCon, MEGA welcomed one and all to the Beauty Academy, where learning more about beauty meant revisiting the basics

SOMETHING NEW TO THE TABLE

Stephanie Zubiri offers Soulful Feasts of authenticity, life lessons, and good vibes

MAKE SPACE

Malls are ubiquitous in the Philippines, even as more people shop online. For better or for worse, malling is part of our culture. MEGA talks to the key people who ensure it stays that way

suitable faith

The power of science and faith in custom tailor brand AMEN

brownie POINTS

The yummiest concoctions some of them, quite literally) you need to add to cart now

olfactory OVERLOAD

Indulge in the extraordinary with these fantasy fragrances

ALL FIRED UP

Kasa Palma’s Chef Aaron Isip brings jungle cooking to the city

HEART OF THE GLOW

Pina Beauty’s humble identity as a Philippine-grown skincare brand made specifically for the everyday Filipino

DOMINIQUE COJUANGCO-HEARN

The Collective's Dominique Cojuangco-Hearn talks candidly about what it means to run a game-changing beauty platform, the importance of leading with purpose, and how motherhood changes your perspective

What's Next is NEXA

The future of beauty is here —at Belo NEXA, the lines between science, luxury, and culture are blurred, offering a one-of-a-kind experience where cutting-edge technology meets the bespoke care Filipinos are known for

ITALIANS DO IT BETTER

From capacious totes and sensible (ish) shoes, Milan Fashion Week highlights the story of the modern woman

THE PARADOX OF GEN Z SHOPPING

Unravel the contradictions of Gen Z shopping—a phenomenon where sustainability battles fast fashion in a dramatic showdown