Tatler Homes Philippines

Style and Substance

Can you walk us through your typical day?

The first thing I do upon getting up is to say my morning prayers, thanking God for the gift of life and family and to ask that He guide me throughout the day. Then I eat breakfast and after about half an hour, I put on and carrying out my duties as consul general of the Principality of Monaco to the Republic of the Philippines, adviser to the Consular Corps of the Philippines and chairman of the Johann Strauss Society of the Philippines. In the evening, I catch up with my children and grandchildren and unwind by watching TV with my husband. Before going to sleep, I say my evening prayers.

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from Tatler Homes Philippines

Tatler Homes Philippines5 min read
Green Gatherings
In a tropical haven like the Philippines, there is never a wrong time to host a festive outdoor fete. A lush garden party surrounded by bright greens, bold flowers and the delicate delights of nature bring incomparable added benefits to a get-togethe
Tatler Homes Philippines3 min read
Bamboo Bliss
Unbeknownst to many, The Philippines is among the largest exporters of bamboo in the world. The country is home to approximately 39,000 to 53,000 hectares of bamboo stands that naturally grow sporadically or in patches along riverbanks and rush fores
Tatler Homes Philippines6 min read
Earth to Earth
The architect Xavier Huyberechts has a wonderfully poetic way of describing how he designed the weekend getaway that he and his brother, Damien, built on their farm south of Johannesburg. He says that he wanted to “gently lift the carpet at the botto

Related Books & Audiobooks