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Ayala Malls General Manager Mia Domingo spoke fondly of hosting Paella Gigante in
Greenbelt for two years, referring to the charitable event as something that has become close to
our heart as it touches the lives of people in need.
Pablo Garcia Morera, President of Sociedad Espaola de Beneficencia, said Paella
Gigante has become a huge event for their institution. Just by being here and just by eating the
paella, you are making a huge difference, he added, citing the events giant purpose of providing
shelter, healthcare and assistance to the elderly.
Speaking on behalf of the nine-member Le Toques Blanches (LTB) Philippines Chef
Association and all the other participating chefs, Fernando Aracama of Aracama Filipino Cuisines,
acknowledged all organizers, sponsors and hosts for making their cooking experience an easy
one, implying their gratitude for being a part of the charitable event that will benefit Sociedad and
every young child and every elderly person.
For the full calendar of events, visit www.madridfusionmanila.com.
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Paella Gigante. From cooking and dishing out, participated in by about 50 chefs led by Fernando Aracama of Le
Toques Blanches (LTB) Philippines Chef Association.
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Messages (L-R). Pablo Garcia Morera, President of Sociedad Espaola de Beneficencia with
granddaughter Andrea Blake, DOT Undersecretary Benito C. Bengzon, Jr. and Chef Fernando Aracama.
(Upper photo) The toast. (L-R) Maricris Bernardino, Sr. Division Manager, Head of Marketing,
Commercial Business Group, Ayala Land; Lally Hidalgo-San Jose, Executive Director, Sociedad
Espaola de Beneficencia; Bianca Valerio, Master of Ceremonies; Mielle Esteban Powell of Arum
Spain/Madrid Fusion; Undersecretary Benito C. Bengzon, Jr., Department of Tourism (DOT); Pablo
Garcia Morera, President of Sociedad Espaola de Beneficencia with granddaughter Andrea Blake;
Director Verna Buensuceso, DOT; and Mina Domingo, General Manager, Ayalamalls..
(Lower photo) Tasting of paella delicioso.
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Flamenco dancers
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