Gelene Peñalosa | Staff Writer | The Beat Asia
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The Beat Stays Quest Hotel Clark

A Pleasant Staycation Just Two Hours from Manila: Quest Hotel Clark

Whether you’re planning a relaxing escape with friends, a bonding staycation with family, or just a well-deserved solo adventure, Quest Plus delivers the best with its welcoming amenities, fresh countryside, amazing food and beverage options, and a wonderful lineup of events.
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Somewhere Quiet Pays Homage to the Classics, Amidst BGC's Noise

If you’re looking for a private spot for nights out or after-work drinks, Somewhere Quiet is the place to be. They serve cocktails inspired by the Prohibition.
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Inside the Nikka Whisky PH Launch: What Went Down and Why It Matters

One of Japan’s most respected whisky houses, Nikka, officially entered the local market with a series of quiet and elegant launches that caught many whisky enthusiasts — and even longtime connoisseurs — by surprise.
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Smoke, Ink, and Foam: When Quinary Took Over Ruby Wong’s Godown

For the guest shift at Ruby Wong’s, the teams of Quinary and Ruby Wong’s crafted an exclusive drink menu in partnership with Don Papa Rum, made with premium aged, single-island rum at the heart of every cocktail.
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‘Elio’ Teaches Audiences That Being Unique Doesn’t Mean They’re Alone

Right off the bat, we meet 11-year-old Elio — a boy obsessed with space and who doesn’t quite fit in. But this movie isn’t your typical “I have to save the world so people will accept me!” kind of adventure trope.
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From Scroll to Soul: How &FRIENDS Became the Festival Everyone Enjoyed

The &FRIENDS Festival wrapped up two days of nonstop music, pop culture, creators, and community — and what unfolded was more than just an event. It was a living, breathing experience of what we usually see on our screens.
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All Mixed Up: A Bar, A Birthday, and How Shaina Yeh Found Bartending

Well, that’s what happened with Shaina Yeh on her 19th birthday. What started as a simple night out — barhopping and celebrating — turned out to be her entry to bartending. A twist of fate, as others would say, but in a good way.