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Who said the Southern Metro is no fun? A decade ago, Makati was the sole commercial hub. But due to the pollution, and the horrendous traffic, more developments have gone on the rises that are without a doubt par with Makati.
One area that now competes with Makati is Alabang Town Center. This commercial center has four major wings. One of those wings have been newly renovated. This new wing has been known as Cortes de las Palmas.
Cortes de las Palmas is a beautifully constructed obelisks facing Commerce Avenue. It would be beyond doubt that it would attract attention to passers-by crossing the avenue. Leading towards to entrance is a red-bricked driveway coming from the parking area, which reveals a capturing view of the tri-fountain centered walkway. There is not a day that this newly renovated wing isn’t buzzing with people. Establishments of cultured varieties are found along the court’s marvelously colored edifice. The merging of nature and architecture of this place prove the ingenuity and relentless tast of local commercial developers. Throughout time, it has proven to be landmark hangouts for the youth and adults alike.
Alabang Town Center’s new wing serves as the nucleus of residential and business communities. With an overhead canopy measuring approximately 850 square meters, the pedestrian-oriented commercial center offers al fresco cafes, a relaxing ambiance and the charm of Spanish architecture. An open-air court at the heart of the center serves as a venue for entertainment and community events. Included in the design was a Palm Court, which housed upscale designer boutiques, three main pal lined entry promenades, a large parking structure with bougainvillea terraces and perimeter acacia lined streetscapes and parking lots.The Variety of the establishments here will surely win the fancy of almost anyone’s preference. Two well-reputed coffee bars, Starbucks and Seattle’s Best opposite each other as you enter the covered area of the building. San Francisco Coffee shop, another international franchised coffee shop is located on the second level. These coffee bars are ideal for late evening talks with friends and family. Enjoy a wide varieties of fraps and lattes. If you are one who likes to have a breath of fresh air, there are stools ready outside. Smoking is allowed as long as it is limited to the non air-conditioned areas. The music in these places are perfect for conversations and post dinner relaxations, for the genres usaully player here are those that are of jazz and ambient.
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San Mig: Pass the Beer Please!!! If you are in need of a place that can offer you steady isolated space with class then this is the place. As the name stresses, the forte of the drinks is ALL-San Miguel. This bar and restaurant is located at the end of the Cortes de las Palmas just as you get of the elevator on the second floor. It overlooks the mini quadrangle housing the Italanni’s Family Restaurant. What makes this place special is the name. You can taste it when you sip the beer.
T.G.I. Friday’s is another story. So you decided to take your family along for dinner, and you also have toddlers with you? Then this All-American Restaurant-Bar is ready to serve you. Their menu ranges from serving suited for all ages. The design of the place makes you feel really homey and instantly adjusted.
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