A taste worth the journey

Dining for a cause at Westin Manila's Culinary Showcase

- FELICIANO RODRIGUEZ III

here are dinners you forget before the coffee cools. And then there are dinners like thisquiet in its dignity, bold in its ambition. On the evening of May 19, the kitchen lights at The Westin Manila will burn a little brighter, not just with heat, but with purpose.

The Culinary Showcase is not the work of seasoned professionals, though their influence is present in every plate. It is the proving ground of interns—students of the craft—who have spent weeks under the tutelage of Westin's award-winning culinary and restaurant team. This is their final exam, served in seven courses.

But this dinner is more than a lesson—it's a mission. Priced at P3,300 nett, each plate helps support Save the Children Philippines, making it a rare occasion where indulgence and impact walk hand in hand.

"This is about creating a sustainable future in the community in which we operate," said general manager Alexander Dietzsch. "We stay committed to give back to the community and create a positive impact through various initiatives and development opportunities which include our Culinary Showcase."