In the vibrant heart of Araneta City, Novotel Manila stands tall as a beacon of culinary innovation and empowered leadership. Led by Executive Chef Massimiliano Pauletto, the hotel’s culinary team recently showcased their talent at the prestigious Philippine Culinary Cup 2023.
With unwavering dedication, the Novotel Manila Araneta City culinary team triumphed, earning a remarkable collection of 17 medals. They secured 3 gold medals in the dream team challenge, 2 silvers for the creative breakfast challenge, and 12 bronzes in various categories, including young chefs, Filipino cuisine, pasta, sous vide, U.S. lamb, U.S. poultry, and U.S. pork challenges. Their culinary mastery shone brightly at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City.
Beyond the competition, Novotel Manila invites you to savor their award-winning cuisines at exceptional dining destinations such as Food Exchange Manila, Gourmet Bar by Novotel, The 6th Manila, and Indulge Gelato. Their banquet and catering services promise to elevate any occasion with culinary artistry.
Celebrating another milestone, Novotel Manila takes immense pride in Cluster General Manager Maria Manlulu-Garcia. Her achievements were recently recognized at the Asia’s Best Employer Brand Award in Singapore, where she received the Excellence in Advancing The Status of Women award. This prestigious accolade acknowledges her contributions to the travel industry, highlighting her leadership, innovation, and dedication.
Furthermore, Ms. Maria Manlulu-Garcia’s accomplishments continue to shine as she secured a spot as a Top 3 Finalist in the major category of Most Inspiring Woman in Travel (Asia) at the inaugural Travel Daily Media – Inspiring Women in Travel (Asia) Awards 2023. These awards aim to inspire both women and men in the travel industry by showcasing successful women’s incredible stories.
Novotel Manila Araneta City’s culinary triumphs and empowered leadership have set a new standard of excellence in the hospitality space. With artistic flair and exceptional skills, they captivate guests and ensure that every experience at Novotel Manila is truly extraordinary.
