Steven Boccone, Wife Attend Bellevue Hotel Wine Tasting Event

     Ah, what Christmas celebration would be complete without some fine spirits to brighten and lighten up everyone’s mood in such a festive occasion? There is none, for sure!

Be it for a wine connoisseur or just plain folks trying to imbibe the joyful atmosphere of Christmas, fine wines would always be part and parcel of the Yuletide season. The effect of such fine wines is known to induce a sense of merry-making to anyone who partakes of them. For this very reason, almost every Christmas celebration requires the presence of fine spirits to let guests fully enjoy the revelry.

And Steven Boccone knows this too well.

     That’s exactly the reason why he and his lovely wife, Karen Adriano Boccone, come to wine tasting events and take a sip of some the world’s best wines. Such occasions are also a perfect time to meet people including wine experts who find comfort and satisfaction in fine wines and great food.

Last December 7, 2008, Steven Boccone and Karen went to a wine tasting event held at the majestic grand lobby of the posh Bellevue Hotel down south. The event was spearheaded by Bellevue’s General Manager Patrick Chan, with Carlo Javier of the Philippine Wine Merchants. Attendees included elite members of The Bellevue Wine Society.

Karen and Steve Boccone with Baby Antonio during the wine tasting occasion featuring Montes Classic series wines, sumptuous canapés and hors d’oeuvres at the Bellevue Hotel last December 7, 2008

At the event, Steven, Karen, and other VIP guests were treated to a dizzying array of Montes Classic series wines, as well as some mouth-watering canapés and hors d’oeuvres prepared especially for the event by resident chef Nicholas Anderson. The guests absolutely loved the irresistible fusion of fine spirits and sumptuous food!

Among the wines served included Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and more. Guests each had the chance of experiencing the unmistakably excellent tastes of the said wines and surely, each of them went home feeling the joyful atmosphere of the season.

If the laughter that filled the entire event venue is any indication, then it’s safe to say that the event was a huge success.

     Steven Boccone and wife Karen opined that such events give them the opportunity, not only to have a glass or two of excellent-tasting spirits, but also to show their support to such a worthy endeavor. The couple is planning to attend similar events in the future.

Steven Boccone at the re-launch of Sofitel’s Beauty and Wellness outlets

    For people who care about their health and appearance, the re-launch of Sofitel’s beauty and wellness outlets – namely Le Spa, So Fit, the Zen Institute, and Philippe Tordjman Le Salon - is welcome news. And for Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila Hotel, the occasion is a cause for celebration as they treated guests and clients to a night of cocktails and exclusive spa treatments.

Steven Boccone and his lovely wife Karen Adriano Boccone –along with some of Manila’s beautiful people, the big wigs, and other VIPs - attended the re-launch of the outlets. It was a success as the re-launching was packed with people.

    Sofitel took advantage of the occasion to introduce an exclusive, limited edition card that clients can use for treatments at Le Spa. They also offered additional privileges which include a transferable birthday voucher at Le Spa, a night’s stay at the hotel with breakfast for two, a 30-percent hotel discount on food and recreational facilities, access to the pool and So Fit, pool passes for cardholder’s guests, parking concessions, complimentary facial spa, and Ultralipo session at The Zen Institute, plus complimentary haircut and hair color at Philippe Tordjman Le Salon, among others.

    For people who wanted to maintain their good physique, it was more than what they can wish for, as Le Spa offered the exclusive Truffle Treat package which includes a refreshing foot ritual, a pure truffle body scrub, and a truffle facial, capped off with a glass of champagne and Sofitel's famous pralines. They also offered different waxing services for legs, underarms, bikini line and including the Brazilian wax with Le Spa's So Smooth treat.

Le Spa has its own line of excellent signature massage treatment for relaxation which include Hypnotic Queenstown, Marrakech Sweetness, Brazil Colours , Kerala's Smile, Siam Energy, Polynesian Wave, and Maurician Romance.

    For Steven Boccone and wife Karen who both lead healthy lifestyles, Sofitel’s famous beauty and wellness outlets are an ideal place for relaxation and beauty treatment.  To anyone who values health, their services are a sure way to refresh, renew and rejuvenate one’s mind, body and spirit. As always, investing in fitness and healthy is truly a wise decision.