Laurent Boisdron, general manager of the Radisson Blu Hotel, hosted a grand party at the lobby bar lounge to mark the launching of Sushisake, the hotel’s new Japanese restaurant.
Laurent Boisdron, general manager of the Radisson Blu Hotel, hosted a grand party at the lobby bar lounge to mark the launching of Sushisake, the hotel’s new Japanese restaurant.
The event coincided with the opening of an important art exhibit by New York-based Japanese artist Sophia Chizuco who was present.
The exhibit is made possible by the Hiraya Gallery of Manila whose Didi Dee was here for the occasion. It will remain on view until July 30.
Vice Gov. Agnes Magpale was guest of honor, accompanied by Dawn Roa, former director of Department of Tourism in Region 7. Elizabeth Sy was present, too, as well as the hotel’s director of sales and marketing Ann Olalo, Rochelle Tavino, and Lara Agua, the new communications manager.
Chef Jefferson Yalung served Japanese specialties prepared in the traditional Edomae style. For over 10 years now, he has specialized in sushi and sashimi, and is credited with the invention of 50 dishes. He has also created some fabulous sauces and marinades.
There was a good sampling enjoyed by the likes of Amparito Lhuillier, Annie Aboitiz, Kaye Sala, Teresin Mendezona, Irma Atillo, Rosebud Sala, Marguerite Lhuillier, Arcy Gayatin, Dr.
