Binibining Pilipinas 2014 Winners

Bb. Pilipinas 2014 Title Holders:

Miss Philippines Universe 2014: Mary Jean Lastimosa

Bb. Pilipinas 2014 International: Mary Anne Bianca Guidotti

Bb. Pilipinas 2014 Intercontinental: Kris Tiffany Janson

Bb. Pilipinas 2014 Supranational: Yvette Marie Santiago

Bb. Pilipinas 2014 Tourism: Parul Shah

Bb. Pilipinas 2014 1st Runner Up: Laura Victoria Lehmann

Bb. Pilipinas 2014 2nd Runner Up : Hannah Ruth Sison

Bb. Pilipinas 2014 Top 15
Laura Victoria Lehmann, Julian Aurine Flores, Mary Anne Bianca Guidotti, Joanna Angelica Romero, Mary Jean Lastimosa, Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach, Parul Shah, Nichole Marie Manalo, Zahara Mae Soriano, Yvette Marie Santiago, Emma Mary Tiglao, Kenneth Santiago, Kris Tiffany Janson, Hannah Ruth Sison, Mae Liezel Ramos

Special Awards:

Best in National Costume/ Miss Photogenic: #13 Kris Tiffany Janson

Miss Talent: #33 Gabrielle Erika Tilokani

Miss Friendship: #21 Racquel Kabigting

Manila Bulletin's Reader's Choice Award: #39 Ladylyn Riva

Bb. Avon/ Miss Creamsilk: #35 Yvette Marie Santiago

Best in Swimsuit: #25 Mary Jean Lastimosa

Best in Long Gown: #22 Mary Anne Bianca Guidotti

She's So Jag/ Miss Philippine Airlines: #8 Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach

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Ex-Couple Carmina Villaroel, BB Gandanghari Spotted in Kathryn Bernardo's Debut

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All eyes were on former couple Carmina Villaroel and Rustom Padilla, who is now more known as BB Gandanghari after he came out of the closet in 2006, during the birthday celebration of Kathryn Bernardo on Saturday which they both attended.

Villaroel was Bernardo’s co-star in the hit series “Got to Believe” while Gandanghari is the uncle of Daniel Padilla, Bernardo’s leading man.

But Villaroel admitted on “Buzz ng Bayan” Sunday that they did not get the chance to talk.

“Alam ko lang na nandoon siya kasi nauna kaming dumating. So nung dumating sila, 'yung Padilla family, alam ko na. Nakita ko na sila from afar. Hindi kami nagkakitaan. Nakita ko lang na dumating siya kasama sila Robin and sila Mariel (Rodriguez),” she said.

Admitting that she was anxious the entire time, Villaroel said she felt people were watching them carefully to see if they would greet each other.

“Naupo na ako sa table namin. Guess what? [Magkatabi ang table namin],” she said. “Na-feel ko 'yung mga mata nila nasa amin. Bawat galaw ko tinitignan kung magbabatian ba kami or anong mangyayari.”

“Basta kasama ko si Zoren and 'yung kambal. Basta naupo na lang ako and nate-tense talaga ako. Kunyari wala lang, naka-smile lang ako to death. Kasi kapag ninenerbyos ako, naka-smile lang ako,” she added.

According to Villaroel, it’s probably not yet time for them to face each other.

“Bilang respeto din kay Kathryn dahil debut niya, ayaw ko naman mag-create ng [scene]... Hindi kami nagkita. Siguro baka hindi pa oras,” she said.

Just like what she said in the past, Villaroel is hoping that when the time comes for her and Gandanghari to talk to each other, it would be just the two of them with no cameras.

“Kasi maliit lang ang mundo natin, magkikita at magkikita talaga kami. Sana walang camera muna. For now, hi BB. Dito na lang muna kami sa TV,” she said.

Villaroel and Gandanghari tied the knot in 1994, but separated in 1996. Their marriage was annulled in 2002.

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Poll: Did Sen. Sonny Angara Ruin Pia Wurtzbach’s Chances at Bb. Pilipinas?

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Did Senator Juan Edgardo “Sonny” Angara’s question affect Pia Wurtzbach’s chances at Bb. Pilipinas?

Netizens think it did.

The names of both the senator and the actress-turned-beauty queen occasionally trended on Twitter on Monday, with pageant fans weighing in on the controversy.

Many believed Angara’s decision to ask in Filipino threw off Wurtzbach, who hails from Cagayan de Oro and lived in England.

“Ano yung pinakamagandang leksyon na maituturo ng isang babae sa buong mundo (What is the most important lesson that a woman can tell the world)?” Angara, who was among the competition judges, asked.

Wurtzbach answered, “Ang isang leksyon na maituturo ng babae sa buong mundo ay yung tiwala sa kanyang sarili. Yung intuition po na tinatawag natin. Kapag meron ka pong intuition alam mo sa sarili mo kung saan mo ilulugar yung sarili mo sa mundo. Kahit na hindi ka sigurado sa nararamdaman mo o sa naiisip mo pero kung alam mo sa intuition mo, then magiging successful ka sa kahit anong gawin mo sa buhay mo.”

(The lesson that a woman may impart to the world is having trust in herself. What you call intuition. If you have intuition you will be able to find your place in the world. Even if you are not sure with what you feel or think, if you are intuitive, then you will become successful in whatever you do in your life.)

Before giving his question, Angara asked Wurtzbach, “Okay lang ba Tagalog (Can I ask it in Tagalog)?”

“Opo, pwede ko ring sagutin ng Tagalog kung gusto nyo po (Yes, I can also answer it in Tagalog if you want.),” the contestant answered.

The 24-year old did not win any crown during the Bb. Pilipinas pageant but bagged special awards from the contest sponsors. She received the She’s So Jag Award and was hailed Miss Philippines Airlines.

Fans of the actress, who is a former talent of ABS-CBN’s Star Magic, said it was Angara’s fault why Wurtzbach didn’t place in the competition. Meanwhile, others defended the senator, saying he shouldn’t be the one to blame.

Even the Instagram accounts of both Angara and Wurtzbach received unsolicited comments from netizens.

Nevertheless, the actress, posted on Instagram, “Grateful that I was able to experience what it’s like to be a part of the pageant world. When I placed 1st runner up last year, I gave all my time, effort & love to my job. I had so much fun! I just tried again because I wanted to know of this was really meant for me. But how do you know if you don’t take chances, right?”

“I’m glad I made it this far. No doubt that I learned so much from it. I’m a better person now than I was a year ago. Thank you to my mentors from Aces & Queens for teaching me everything I know & transforming me! & to my supporters for pushing me & encouraging me. Thank you!!! Time to turn the page & move on to a new chapter!” she added.

Wurtzbach, known by her screen name Pia Romero, was born in Stuttgart, Germany but raised in the Philippines before spending several years in England. She was the sole runner up in last year’s Binibining Pilipinas competition.

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YANAGI, So Japanese

What surprises you in every turn? Midas Hotel and Casino will take the wind out of your sails. Inspired by the bequest set by the building’s former occupants, Midas Hotel and Casino surface from its historic roots and redefined itself as a design-led lifestyle hotel. It delineates the luxury, intimate and quirky experience with an out-of-the-box ‘avant garde’ approach. Notwithstanding its prominent structural design that marks the onset of a picturesque tradition in the hotel industry, rekindled by dazzling lights in harmony with its theme-centered interiors, Midas Hotel and Casino embraces by heart a culinary gem at the Mezzanine floor – the Yanagi Japanese Restaurant.

The restaurant’s enchanting name was hailed from a mystical Japanese willow tree that legendarily boosts the essence of love and dreams. Coinciding with its enthralling name, Yanagi put forward a bracing catch on authentic Japanese fine dining inviting guests to its homely-pondered setting. The greatly savored flavors of Yanagi’s Japanese dishes were ingeniously crafted by its Executive Chef Kimito Katagiri who seasoned his expertise through across-the-board training in the kitchens of Japan and sweeping toil in five-star hotels in the Philippines for over thirty years.

Yanagi offers a wide range of Japanese core dishes, which includes sushi selections, teppanyaki and fusion-inspired creations, though not overlooking into the traditional Japanese staples. Chef Katagiri bears in mind that serving authentic Japanese dishes is a rule of thumb, still he guarantees that the dishes are deep-seated traditional yet entwined with unique taste and presentation style.

Stirred by the thoughts of Filipinos not keen on eating raw foods, Chef Katagiri set off a dish that exemplifies Yanagi’s vision in upholding authenticity squeezed with creativity – the Aburi Sushi Five Kinds. This one-of-its-kind sushi that everyone can enjoy is comprised of slightly burnt hamachi, eel, salmon, tuna and lapu-lapu. For food enthusiasts, Tempura Maki, a share of deep-fried filled rice and enormous tempura rolls is a craze to fuss over with. Hold tight on your seat as you spoil yourself with a serving of Ebi Tamago, a plateful of huge prawns sunken in an exceptional egg sauce. To remarkably tote up with this delectable cuisines is the Kaki Papaya, a slice of a grilled tropical fruit cuddling a boiled Japanese oyster topped with caramelized miso mayo sauce. With all these lip smacking servings, freshen up your taste buds with Yanagi’s signature brewed citrus iced tea.

Yanagi’s humble beginnings broadened by genuine offerings and style have reaped its sweet fruits from the high preference and sugar-coated tongues of the top-of-the-line celebrities and personalities. YANAGI now offers “MISONO DAYS” weekend buffet lunch for only P1088net per person – bringing back the hey days of the famous restaurants from the previous hotel occupants to put into your week, but this time with a new bite. Hook up and feel the seventh heaven at Yanagi.

Yanagi Japanese Restaurant is located at the Mezzanine floor of Midas Hotel and Casino, 2702 Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City. Be delighted with all its surprises from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm and from 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm. For more information, please call (02) 902 – 0100 or go to www.midashotelandcasino.com.

The Pick of the Season

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The appeal of Good-looking Singer GS caters to general audience and to the straights and gays alike. GS looks wholesome, reserved and clean cut. Physically, he looks like someone that a girl would take home to mommy.

However, some gay rumors attributed to him have been persistent to this day. Expectedly, nothing has been confirmed from GS’ camp. For years, he had succeeded in evading the sensitive issue of his preference. It helped that he is a quiet guy and had no known enemies who would want to nail him down.

But somehow, rumors like these were doused off when GS had a relationship with a Hot Celebrity HC which kind of shocked his fans and showbiz followers. His sudden but brief affair with HC had sparked ugly rumors once more that GS was just trying to divert the public’s assumption from his real persona.

At a just-concluded reality search of his network, GS took a liking at one of the Show’s Finalists SF who stood out for his singing prowess and extremely good looks. When the television search ended, SF being a finalist got to have some regular appearances on the network’s special variety show.

Prior to the rehearsals for the show that weekday, GS reportedly took the opportunity to engage SF to a private tutorial – in GS’ house of course. GS was allegedly so smitten by SF that he started doing the tutorial regularly at his home.

Everytime the said tutorial was done at his home, GS would make sure that SF would feel really special and cared for. How? GS would reportedly have the food specially catered for them and that SF would be picked up and delivered home only by GS driver.

Clearly, if that is not special enough, I don’t know what is.

Will GS and SF’s togetherness be for a long haul this time? As they say – only time will tell.

“ Clouds cannot cover secret places, nor denials conceal truth. “ ~ Demosthenes

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