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Thursday, November 14, 2024
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Rebirth of Madrid’s Century-old Mercado de San Miguel
Located in Madrid’s Plaza Mayor is the world-renowned Mercado de San Miguel, a century-old public market that has become one of Spain’s most famous tourist attractions. A mighty landmark composed of iron and glass, its elegant and distinctive 20th-century architectural feature never fails to capture the attention of tourists and locals alike, greeting an average of more than 10 million visitors every year.
More than an eye-catching photography subject, Mercado de San Miguel is a shopping mecca and a dining destination in one. The market offers fresh fruits, vegetables, fish, meats, gourmet cheeses, pastries, cooking utensils, beers, tapas, and many more. Its food hall offers a diverse array of choices, including the classic Spanish rice dish Paella, oysters, octopus, Castilian cheese, homemade ice cream, and traditional tapas.
A reawakened market
A thriving market and tourist destination today, the hundred-year-old Mercado de San Miguel is a heritage from past generations. The market was built to serve the needs of the people of Madrid in 1916. The original market was an open-air venue where people sold and bought goods.
As years went by, the bustling market of Madrid died down as people changed their consumption habits in the 1980s. After years of lull, the market found its way back as the first gourmet market in Madrid. It was reopened in 2009, after almost six years of market restoration.
Sustainable restoration
The aim of Mercado de San Miguel’s redevelopment was to make the building sustainable while preserving its historic architectural design. While its quaint facade still exudes a medieval charm, the redeveloped market of Madrid operates on modern sustainable technologies such as LED lighting, water-saving faucets, and heat recovery systems. These technologies ensure that the age-old Mercado de San Miguel will continue to operate while reducing its impacts on the environment. In addition, the world-famous market of Madrid uses a technology that infuses the air with water droplets to cool the entire venue, instead of using an air conditioner.
Attracting more and more people from all over the world, Mercado de San Miguel continues to redevelop itself to keep up with the ever-changing needs and preferences of consumers globally. In 2018, Madrid’s gourmet market was relaunched by onboarding several internationally known chefs. In 2021, after a 9-month temporary closure due to Covid 19 pandemic, it reopened and launched new merchants including an artisan bakery named Madreamiga and top-quality meat store Primital.
A trailblazer in market redevelopment
With its century-old success story, Mercado de San Miguel is one of the world’s pioneers when it comes to restoring and redeveloping public markets. Madrid’s progressive market sets an example for other cities that aspire to modernize their markets.
The government of Iloilo City in the Philippines, for instance, has found inspiration in Mercado de San Miguel’s use of sustainable technologies. The Iloilo City government has tapped property developer SM Prime to transform Iloilo Central and Terminal Markets into resilient and sustainable markets. SM Prime will install facilities for enhanced air quality maintenance, water resource management, and solid waste management. Energy-saving devices like solar panels, skylights for natural lighting and ventilation, and LED lights will also be used. With this rehabilitation project, Iloilo City’s public markets will provide a better market experience to citizens and eventually boost the city’s tourism.
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Sunday, October 13, 2024
Molo Mansion: A Hub for Local Arts and Culture
Molo Mansion, a historic gem in Iloilo City, has become a
beloved destination not only for its rich heritage but also for its role in
supporting the local arts scene. Originally a grand ancestral house, this
mansion has transformed into a vibrant cultural hub, showcasing the best of
regional talent.
The mansion hosts regular exhibitions and events featuring
local artists, providing them with a platform to showcase their work. This has
made it a cornerstone for the regional arts scene. The mansion’s consistent
promotion of art fosters creativity and helps the community appreciate the rich
artistic talents within Iloilo and its surrounding regions.
Beyond its cultural impact, the Molo Mansion is an
architectural marvel. Its neoclassical design, intricate woodwork, and
expansive gardens provide a picturesque setting that draws both locals and
tourists. Visitors are enchanted by its beautifully preserved interiors, from
the elegant grand staircase to the detailed ceiling designs. The house is a
perfect blend of history and modern artistry, making it a favorite spot for
history buffs and art lovers alike.
Not only does the mansion support artists, but it also
houses local food brands and artisanal products. The shops inside the mansion
sell a variety of delicacies and handcrafted items that reflect the region’s
rich culinary and craft traditions. According to a local vendor, Molo Mansion
gives local entrepreneurs a platform to reach more customers and showcase the
flavors of Iloilo. This fusion of art, history, and local enterprise makes it a
dynamic cultural and economic hub.
Molo Mansion has quickly become a top tourist destination in
Iloilo City, offering a mix of history, art, and culture. Visitors can enjoy
everything from art exhibits and cultural performances to sampling local food
and purchasing unique souvenirs.
In its blend of old-world charm and contemporary creativity,
Molo Mansion continues to uplift Iloilo’s vibrant arts and culture, making it a
true landmark of the city.
Monday, September 7, 2020
ALEX GONZAGA IS LOVING THE SM
STORE’S CALL TO DELIVER #143SM
The SM Store’s Call to Deliver service has a new face, and a new easy
to remember hotline number. With that,
its new ambassador, television host, actress, and singer Alex Gonzaga highlights Call to Deliver’s hotline number #143SM
(#14376).
Bridging the convenience of on-line
shopping and premium in-store customer assistance, Call to Deliver started out with a few stores in the Vismin area on
April 13, 2020 to be able to assist locked-down customers who would be needing
essential items from the store.
Since then, it has become available
at all SM Stores nationwide. And it’s easy to see why shoppers love SM’s Call to Deliver service. It makes everyone a
little bit special by bringing a new, complete and happy shopping experience to
customers by providing you with your own
personal shopper thru Viber ordering/video call ordering/virtual shopping and
offering multiple payment options that include Cash on Delivery,
Credit/Debit Card, Contactless Payment Options like GrabPay and Gcash, online
payment and even bank transfers. It also accepts SM Gift Cards and SM Sodexo
Gift Passes.
Enjoy your items in
front of your door as SM Call to Deliver delivers
nationwide. Sixty-four (64) branches
of The SM Store are ready to deliver your items the next day after completing
your transaction. Or you may opt to pick-up items at your own convenience
thru the allotted curbside pick-up point.
Alex,
who says she and her family have been SM customers for many years, recalls
trips to Megamall and North EDSA from their home in Taytay, excursions she
considers very much like “a trip to Baguio.” She remembers her Mom bowling at
SM North EDSA, and being proud when she received her Prestige Card.
With
that, as brand ambassador, she is “happy to be part of this family, this brand,
this product that Filipinos have trusted for years. It’s really an honor and
privilege to be part of SM’s new service.”
And
she’s loving this new way to shop as with a personal shopper, “it’s nice to be
able to talk to someone for orders. It feels good if someone can answer your
questions and make some recommendations when you want to buy something.”
Likewise, “knowing that there’s an existing
physical store, gives me confidence that I’m making a legit transaction.” She’s also
delighted that Call to Deliver has multiple payment options, is available at
all SM Stores nationwide and offer delivery and pick-up options.
“It’s like you’re bringing SM Store
inside your home,” she says. “That’s how
convenient it is.
As someone who considers shopping retail
therapy, Alex’s picks include “everyday essentials like toiletries and face
masks, things for the home especially kitchen accessories, gadgets, as well as clothes
from the SM Store’s Call to Deliver
service.”
What’s on Alex’s CTD list for her loved ones?
A comb for fiancรฉ Mikee, an air purifier with humidifier and electric fan for
Mommy Pinty, water spray for plants for Daddy Bonoy, and candle for sister Toni,
and trains or cars for nephew Seve.
The
SM Store Call to Deliver now made even easier!
Just call #143SM (#14376), place
your order with the personal shopper that will be assigned to you and follow
payment instructions, and have your items delivered or arrange store pick up.
The
SM Store Call to Deliver service is part of the SM
Store's continuous commitment to serve the ever-changing needs of its
customers.
Thursday, March 22, 2018
Art Sale Features Works of Ilonggo Masters and Contemporary Artists
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