Take a Peak ~ Altro Mondo Arte

 

Located at the 4th floor of Picasso Boutique Serviced Residences in Altro Mondro Arte.

 

Altro Mondo Arte at the Picasso is a small art gallery show casing work art of young and upcoming artists.  

 

 

Exhibits are changed every 2-3 months.

 

During the time of our visit they were running an exhibit titled "Album" showcasing the works of young art geniuses  Isko Andrade, Marko Bello, Jerome Choco, Micko Macariola and Bryan Teves.

 

In "Album" the artists gave viewers a glimpsed to their sub-conscious as they re-constructed pieces from classic photos from personal albums.

 

 

 

 

 

My youngest showing some art appreciation!

 

 

 

Altro Mondo · Arte Contemporanea 

Locations:

 

4th floor of Picasso Boutique Serviced Residences.

 

Main gallery is located at the
   3rd Level, Greenbelt 5,
Ayala Center, Makati City.
 

For inquiries, please visit their website

www.altromondo.ph 

 

 

Check out also our stay at Picasso Boutique Hotel here: Sylish Abode in the Heart of Makati

Picasso Boutique Serviced Residences ~ Stylish Abode in the Heart of Makati

I was on a hunt for an affordable place to stay in Makati on a Christmas time weekend that is walking distance to Ayala Triangle, as we planned to view Ayala's Festival of Lights Show. 

I found the perfect place in a group buying site ~ Picasso Boutique Serviced Residences for a little over P4000 inclusive of breakfast.

Theming drew inspiration from Pablo Picasso.  The rooms are named after places in Pablo Picasso's life.  Paintings and art adorns the hotel lobby and rooms ~ you would begin to wonder whether you are in a hotel or just stepped into an art gallery.

We booked a Malaga Studio Room. 

Our room theming is inspired by an abstract deep yellow painting.   

  

L-R/T-B: (1) There is a balcony that opens to the road down below; (2) The inspiration painting for our room; (3) A full study area with free wifi; (4) Decent sized and really comfortable beds

L-R (1) Complimentary coffee and tea; (2) a good selection of cable channels; (3) Safety deposit box.  

Clean and spacious rain shower bathroom.

My son loved that the place is located just a minute away from the Salcedo Park.  

(Note: The park turns into a fair/market Saturdays from 7am to 2pm.  We have been to the Salcedo Market and there are real wonderful finds for foodies)   

VERDICT:

• Picasso is a chic accommodation in the heart of Makati.  The place is perfect for business travelers who need to be at the Makati Central Business District in a jiffy. 
• The place is impeccably clean and stylishly designed.
• Location is about 15-20 minutes walk to the closest shopping center. But has numerous dining places close by. 
• Service is excellent.  Check-in and check-out fast and efficient.
• Breakfast at Pablo's came free with our accommodation.   Breakfast is filling and comes with refillable coffee and open bread, salad bar.  But with limited options and a bit expensive if not included in your room package
• Unfortunately there is no pool. But it does have a spa, a gym and an art gallery. Picasso has a small art gallery ~ Altro Mondo Arte Contemporanea, which was a refreshing stop for me and the boys. 

Thumbs Up for Picasso Boutique Residence!

For inquiries and booking, you may visit

Picasso Boutique Residences website:

www.picassomakati.com

Location: 

119 L.P. Leviste St.

Salcedo Village, Makati City

Philippines 1227

T: +63 2 828.4774

F: +63 2 828.9141

E: reservations@picassomakati.com

  

Are you artsy and want to learn more about the life and art works of Pablo Picasso?

 Follow this link and read about his bio and view over 800 of his works here:  www.artsy.net/artist/pablo-picasso 

Check also our festival of lights experience here:  Ayala Festival of Lights

To view paintings from the Art Gallery, please follow this link: Altro Mondo Arte

A Festival of Lights at the Ayala Triangle, Makati

Ayala Center's Festival of Lights is an annual spectacle of lights moving and dancing to the tune of selected well-known and celebrated Christmas songs.

 

This years, Festival opened last November 9 and will be entertaining visitors until  January 4, 2016.  The

Festival of Lights runs every 30 minutes nightly, starting 6pm to 10pm.  Entrance is Free. 

 

 

This year's show was directed by award winning directors Voltaire de Jesus and Luther Gumia, musical scoring is by acclaimed musicians and composers Jazz Nicholas and Mikey Amistoso of Watusi Manila (a multi-awarded creative production company).

 

 

 

 

The park sparkles with hundreds of colorful laser lights, and LED string lights.  It was a sight to behold.  Kids and kids at heart were all amazed at the glorious light display.

 

Watch the video below to see for yourself.

 

 

 

MamaSpeaks recommends a visit to the Festival of Lights ~ Check it out and be ready to be awed.

 

 

 

Café France - lunch dates

Lunch at Café France is a default option, whenever, me and my lunch-buddy husband can't seem to decide on where or what to eat. 

 

The Café France branch we frequently visit is the Valero branch in Makati. It is conveniently located just a few meters away from where we work. 

 

Ambience is relaxed and food is delectable. 

 

Our favorites Adele and Pierre lunch trays - pasta, half sandwich (bread of your choice), soup, fruit juice and chocolate for dessert!

They also have promo set meals at discounted prices.  Equally as good!

For complete, delicious and healthy meals - I suggest you give Café France a try...


Greenbelt Park Makati

 

 

 

Before plunging into shopping, take time off and admire the Greenbelt Park found inside the Greenbelt mall complex.

 

 

There are plenty of areas to seat and just do nothing, but admire the lagoon and the greeneries.

 

My son,  loving the place!

Want to do some fishing, alright!!!

 

 



Ayala Triangle - Lights and Sounds

Family time at the Ayala Triangle, Makati CBD.

We were happy, we were able to catch the final show for 2011.  Apparently the night we came is already the last night of the Lights and Sound show. The Triangle was full packed and the restaurants by the strip were equally full sitting. 

My sister and her BF.

This is an amazing and worthwhile activity that your family is sure to enjoy. 

The Ayala's must spent a fortune putting up such a spectacle.

I hope they do this on an annual basis.

Mesmerizing...