World Chocolate Day indulgences at Newport World Resorts

Bachour Brownies at Marriott Café, Triple Chocolate Cheesecake at Yawaragi, and the Barista Mini Cake at Madison Lounge & Bar

From handcrafted pralines and decadent pastries to refined desserts and expertly crafted cocktails, chocolates showcase its remarkable versatility. In celebration of World Chocolate Day on July 7, Newport World Resorts presents a curated collection of chocolate creations across its signature dining destinations and global hotel brands. Each offering reflects the artistry and craftsmanship of its pastry chefs, chocolatiers, and mixologists presenting distinctive interpretations of one of the world’s most beloved ingredients.

A limited-edition chocolate experience awaits at Garden Wing Café located on the ground floor of the Garden Wing, where the Chocolate Boutique introduces an exclusive collection of handcrafted pralines created especially for the occasion. The collection features Ruby Éclat, combining ruby chocolate with banana caramel and milk chocolate ganache; Verdant Zest, pairing dark chocolate with citrus gel and rosemary-infused dark chocolate ganache; and Verdant Harmony, showcasing smooth matcha ganache encased in green-colored white chocolate. On July 7, every coffee ordered at Garden Wing Café comes with a complimentary handcrafted 64% dark chocolate tablet, thoughtfully prepared by the award-winning pastry team of Newport World Resorts as a special World Chocolate Day treat.



Newport World Resorts’ signature Filipino restaurant, Casa Buenas, joins the World Chocolate Day celebration with a handcrafted selection of artisanal bonbons, each priced at PHP 130 nett and available daily. The collection features Coffee Caramel with smooth coffee caramel balanced by silky milk chocolate; Matcha with delicate vegetal notes and a smooth, creamy finish; Intense Dalmore Dark Chocolate, infusing dark chocolate ganache with The Dalmore whisky and notes of rich cocoa, oak, dried fruit, and warm spice; Raspberry, pairing bright berry acidity with premium dark chocolate; Ginger & Honey, delicately blending smooth honey ganache with fresh ginger for a warm, elegant finish; and Coconut, combining creamy coconut ganache with delicate tropical aromas, coated in premium chocolate for a silky finish. For inquiries, contact 0917 187 0442, 0917 878 8312, or 02 7908 8988.



Chocolate also takes on a spirited interpretation through Whisky Romance, a signature cocktail served at The Whisky Library on the second floor of the Grand Wing. The indulgent creation blends salted caramel vodka, toffee nut, Mt. Apo espresso, vanilla ice cream, and Davao chocolate with a choice of Tamnavulin White Wine Cask, French Cabernet Cask, Sherry Cask, or Double Cask whisky, priced at PHP 530. The cocktail showcases how chocolate’s rich character complements the layered complexity of fine whisky.



At the MICHELIN Guide-listed Hotel Okura Manila at Newport World Resorts, Yawaragi presents a handcrafted collection created by Senior Pastry Chef Vi Serrano and the pastry team for World Chocolate Day. Featured creations include the Triple Chocolate Cheesecake, available as both a whole and mini cake, alongside the Chocolate Hazelnut Praline Tart, which pairs a crisp tart shell with rich chocolate and hazelnut praline. Available from July 7 to 31, these creations start at PHP 350 nett. Beyond the seasonal collection, Yawaragi also offers an exclusive box of chocolate pralines created in partnership with proudly Filipino chocolatier Theo & Philo, available at the Yawaragi Pastry Boutique. For inquiries, email yawaragi.service@hotelokuramanila.com or call 02 5318 2888.



At Manila Marriott Hotel at Newport World Resorts, chocolate takes center stage through thoughtfully crafted confections and pastries. The MICHELIN Guide-listed hotel’s Marriott Café Bakery offers its Chocolate Truffle collection priced at PHP 600 nett for 9 pieces, while its signature all-day dining restaurant, Marriott Café, features Antonio Bachour’s signature brownies, Bachour Brownies, as part of its lunch and dinner buffet. Recognized as a three-time World’s Best Pastry Chef, Bachour’s creations reflect the technical precision and contemporary artistry that have earned him international acclaim, offering another refined chocolate experience in celebration of World Chocolate Day.

Sheraton Manila Hotel at Newport World Resorts marks the celebration with chocolate creations available across two dining destinations. At Pinas Muna, the Triple Chocolate Decadent Cake (PHP 2,400), Asin Tultul Chocolate Tart (PHP 1,400 whole; PHP 380 per slice), and Triple Chocolate Cookies (PHP 190) present locally inspired interpretations of classic chocolate desserts, available from July 6 to 12. At S Kitchen, the Chocolate Gallery serves as the dessert station highlight, featuring handcrafted chocolate artistry made with locally sourced Philippine cacao and premium chocolate. Created by the hotel’s award-winning pastry chefs, the collection transforms chocolate into elegant desserts and masterpieces, complementing S Kitchen’s international buffet experience starting at PHP 2,800 nett per person. For reservations, contact 0917 859 7496.



Hilton Manila Newport World Resorts joins the celebration with an exceptional selection of chocolate cakes at Madison Lounge & Bar. The Crunchy Walnut Cake features layers of moist chocolate cake, dark chocolate ganache, and caramelized walnuts, available as a whole cake for PHP 2,800++. Completing the selection are the Cocoa Indulgence Mini Cake with chocolate sponge, ganache, feuilletine coated in dark chocolate, and dark chocolate mousse for PHP 325++, alongside the Barista Mini Cake with layers of coffee ganache, Baileys espresso mousse, and moist chocolate sponge for PHP 280++. For inquiries, contact 0917 851 4044 or email MNLPH_FB@hilton.com.

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Discover Newport World Resorts.

First established as the pioneer integrated resort in the Philippines in 2009, Newport World Resorts encompasses a newer and bigger world of epic experiences within the bustling Newport City community. It is a premier leisure and entertainment complex comprising two main wings, Newport Grand Wing and Newport Garden Wing that feature a wide array of gaming positions and an innovative EPIC REWARDS program for members.

Centrally located within a prime tourism spot, right across the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3, Newport World Resorts boasts of the highest hotel room key count in a single property with five global hotel brands: Hotel Okura Manila at Newport World Resorts and Manila Marriott Hotel at Newport World Resorts, both recognized among MICHELIN Hotels, Sheraton Manila Hotel at Newport World Resorts, Hilton Manila Newport World Resorts, and Holiday Inn Express Manila Newport World Resorts. Four of its signature restaurants, CRU Steakhouse, Man Ho, Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill Philippines, and Yamazato, also earned a place in the prestigious MICHELIN Guide. The sprawling property features a wide range of Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) venues, including a three-story convention center that houses the country’s largest hotel ballroom, the Marriott Grand Ballroom.

At Newport World Resorts, entertainment and lifestyle options abound. The award-winning Newport Performing Arts Theater seats over 1,700 audiences for live entertainment from plays and musicals to concerts and amazing performances. Likewise, the Newport Grand Wing’s The Grand Bar and Lounge and the Newport Garden Wing’s Bar 360 and El Calle Food and Music Hall provide nightly live entertainment for guests and patrons. The Newport Mall features global luxury brands and the state-of-the-art Newport Cinemas. Also within Newport City, are over 70 restaurants and dining outlets offering a diverse selection of local and global cuisine, prepared by top Filipino and international chefs.