Mouth-watering gastronomic delights, a kiddie fun fair, and great entertainment await everyone at the Makati Block Party, which promises to delight everyone on Sunday, July 3, 2016.
Capitalizing
on the distinct Makati vibe and community spirit, the business district’s
iconic avenues will be transformed into a culinary street party that will
feature some of the most well-loved vendors of the famed Salcedo weekend
market, a revered Makati tradition, and benchmark of all weekend markets around
the country. Over the years, Salcedo Market has become the melting pot of
Makati residents and guests who come over each weekend to relax and come
together as a community.
The
Makati Block Party recreates this community spirit, and takes it several
notches higher with the partial road closure of Paseo de Roxas, a major city
thoroughfare, for this culinary street experience. For one afternoon, the city’s
pedestrian-friendly streets will come alive with friendly banter and the street
vibe that is distinctly, uniquely Makati’s. With the party happening footsteps
away from famous Ayala Avenue landmarks, people can simply walk to take part in
the community festivities.
The
Makati Block Party promises something for everybody, from 4PM until 10PM, Paseo
de Roxas, the stretch between Ayala Avenue to Makati Avenue adjacent to the
Ayala Triangle Gardens, will be transformed into a gastronomic festival centered
on Salcedo Market, with lots of exciting activities synonymous to Makati’s hip
lifestyle. A curated selection of Salcedo Market vendors will be on hand for a
culinary street extravaganza as they serve up their signature offerings that
people from all over Metro Manila come for every weekend – baked goods,
artisanal delights, hometown favorites, and the most luscious concoctions
whipped up by homegrown chefs and foodies.
“We
aim to create communal spaces where residents and friends can converge, so that
we can bring the community closer together. Over the years, the Salcedo Market
has served this purpose. The Makati
Block Party builds on this tradition and takes it to the streets, with the hope
to get the Makati community to use the streets more for activities and things
that they love to do,” said Shiella Aguilar, Project Development Manager of
Makati.
Kids
who tag along with their parents can look forward to fun-filled activities at Kids
on the Block by Hunt & Gather. Let the kids discover their inner artist
with art and crown-making sessions, or play to their heart’s content with
interactive fun.
For
those who are just lounging around, musical performances by Vince Lahorra’s
Quartet and Johnoy Danao will keep everyone entertained throughout the
evening. As an added treat, Snoopy and
The Lorax will be ready to meet and greet all the kids and young at heart.
Wellness
buffs and strained souls can find some relaxation with free yoga sessions at
the Ayala Triangle Gardens with a Vinyasa Music Night Class by Urban Ashram
Manila.
The
Makati Block Party once again showcases Makati as the go-to destination for the
best food, entertainment and lifestyle offerings as it imprints a great
community vibe. It also captures the city’s efforts to increase walkability in
the area by providing activities that encourage people to actively use its
streets.
“The
Makati Block Party gives residents and visitors something fun and relaxing to
do, right in their own community, on a weekend. It’s our way of bringing
activities and treats that residents love and enjoy, just a few steps away from
where they live. We want people to discover that there’s lots to do and enjoy just
by walking and exploring the streets of the city,” said Aguilar.
Participating
food vendors are Down to Earth, Uncle George Gourmet, Plaza Ilocandia, Sabor.
Bun Appetit, Dela Rosa's Deli, La Cuisine, Real Girl Toy Kitchen, Connie's
Kitchen, al halabi, Jiro's Lechon, Delicane, Authentic House of Curry,
Mgourmet, Merry Moo, Johanna's House Of Lumpia, All best Organic Juices,
Gostoso Piri Piri, THC, Don Churro, Michelle's homemade putong ube atbp.,Grace
Pate, Rita's Kitchen, Bersi Gyros Shawarma, Tuna Town seafood place, Stanford
Shaw Brew, Cheryl's Cuisine, Antipolo Delicacies, Bats Tilapia, MCV Trading,
and Haici Food Services.
Kids On The Block activities by Hunt and
Gather include Painting with Learning on the Gogh, Crown
Making with Little Luli, Decoupage and Upcycling Activities with La Pomme Home,
Free Play and Active Fun by Playworks ECC, and Science, Art and Music with
Hedcen.
The Makati Block Party is supported by Alveo,
Magnavision, Urban Ashram Manila, Hunt & Gather.
Admission to all
Makati Block Party activities is FREE on a FIRST-COME,
FIRST-SERVED basis. For more information about the city that makes it
happen, visit www.makeitmakati.com or like and follow
Make It Makati on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
The WAHM, Dulce Javier- Ansis