Conrad Manila is paying tribute to women this March with a curated blend of art and culinary experiences to celebrate International Women’s Month. Highlighting women’s strength, grace, and resilience, the hotel presents Woman in Progress, a solo art exhibit by Kara Pangilinan, alongside a specially crafted afternoon tea experience and signature cocktail at C Lounge.
“At Conrad Manila, we recognize the invaluable contributions of women in our workplace and beyond,” said Fabio Berto, general manager of Conrad Manila. “This Women’s Month, we are proud to celebrate their achievements and the vital roles they play in shaping our industry and communities. Throughout March, we honor their dedication and impact with meaningful experiences that reflect our appreciation.”
The centerpiece of the celebration is Woman in Progress, the 34th installment of Conrad Manila’s Of Art and Wine series, featuring 29 acrylic and ink paintings by Pangilinan. The exhibit explores the ongoing evolution of a woman’s life, with Pangilinan’s signature linescapes, lace, leaves, and feminine figures symbolizing the fluid nature of growth and change.
“We are meant to continually evolve,” Pangilinan said. “Through my paintings, I intend to emphasize that we can embrace every version of ourselves and be the multi-faceted, dynamic beings we are all meant to be. Every stroke and every line on each piece allowed me to breathe a little bit deeper and feel a little bit more at peace. I hope that’s what guests and viewers feel when they see the paintings.”
Woman in Progress will be on display at Conrad Manila’s Gallery C from March 12 to May 10, 2025. All artworks will be available for purchase.
Complementing the art exhibit, Conrad Manila partners with luxury cosmetics brand Laura Mercier for an elegant afternoon tea experience at C Lounge from March 7 to 31. The tea set features savory bites like cucumber and cream cheese sandwich rolls, serrano asparagus sandwiches, and salmon rose sandwiches.
Guests can also enjoy grazing cones, savory tomato meringue caprese, and pork barbecue skewers, paired with freshly baked rose petal and plain scones. The dessert selection is inspired by Laura Mercier products, including chocolate caviar lip liner, translucent flawless pralines, and real flawless weightless raspberry with caramel and vanilla sauce.
Guests can also toast to women’s grace and strength with a signature cocktail at C Lounge, with a refined blend of Parfait Amour, Zonin Prosecco.
Conrad Manila’s celebration of women this March blends art, indulgence, and appreciation, making it a meaningful tribute to the multifaceted beauty of womanhood.
