Now on its third year, The Peninsula Manila honors dads everywhere with another edition of The Pen Ultimate Father's Day Dream Lounge at Salon de Ning and The Bar (for more on the previous editions of The Pen Ultimate Father's Day Dream Lounge, see my posts, Raising The Bar For Dad: The Pen Ultimate Dream Lounge at The Bar and Salon de Ning from last year and #PenMoments: Adding Coolness to Dad's Day at The Peninsula Manila's Pen Ultimate Father's Day from two years ago on my other travel blog). From cocktails to tasty and indulgent bites, personal grooming to the latest in bespoke sartorial elegance, hobbies and big bikes, The Pen Ultimate Father's Day Dream Lounge raises the bar with a curated selection just for dad...
On a leisurely Sunday afternoon, Father's Day becomes a gentleman's affair last June 16 at The Peninsula Manila. The lavish interiors of Salon de Ning becomes a stage for the passions of dads everywhere with custom-tailored suits and shirts, handcrafted cocktails, artisan dark chocolate, audiophile accessories and big bikes (admit it, you've always had dreams of hitting the road on a badass Harley-Davidson). For one special day, dads can indulge on everything they love at The Pen Ultimate Father's Day Dream Lounge, the ultimate man cave, at The Peninsula Manila.
Each edition of The Pen Ultimate Father's Day Dream Lounge brings together a curated selection of brands representing the finest in fashion, lifestyle and technology. This year's edition is no different as the staff of The Peninsula Manila searched both far and wide for some of the very best gift ideas for dad. Begin your Pen Ultimate Father's Day Dream Lounge experience with a soothing Gin & Tonic...
...simply choose your gin and garnishes. Your handcrafted cocktail is prepared on the special gin trolley by Angela. And you can came back for another round. And another. And why not, dads deserve this kind of pampering. So let dad enjoy another round of classic G & Ts... 
...each made from a curated selection of premium gin labels. Dads deserve the very best after all.
Refreshingly crisp and soothing, a gin and tonic is just what you need to cool down from the summer heat.
Rico Deang, The Peninsula Manila's F & B Manager, shared his own inventive cocktail creations just for dad (for more on Rico Deang's creative cocktail concoctions, see my post, The Spiceman Cometh: Meet Indian Specialty Chef Radhey Shayam of The Peninsula Manila's Spices)...
...like the liberating Let It Loose, a refreshing blend of Cazadores Reposado, Japanese cucumber, celery, Granny Smith apples and fresh lime...
...the bright red-hued Blood & Sand (L) with Dewar's White Label, cherry liqueur, Antica Formula and fresh orange and the sweet and nutty C & C with Auro 64% Dark Chocolate, brewed espresso (hence the name C & C) and vanilla-infused Bombay Sapphire, each unique libations for the head of the family. 
In between cocktails, indulge in some fine gourmet cheeses...
...at the sumptuous cheese board...
...along with premium charcuterie...
...and some Jamon Serrano (L), delicately carved by hand. Just like the previous editions of The Pen Ultimate Father's Day Dream Lounge, The Peninsula Manila pulled all the stops for a lavish feast. You just gotta keep dad satisfied with endless rounds of cheese, charcuterie and cocktails and nothing less.
A DJ laid down the vibe with some cool tunes at The Pen Ultimate Father's Day Dream Lounge. Walk through the different displays and you'll find more of the things you love. Your smartphone can sound like a high-end audiophile's dream with Focal headphones (L), or flip through some classic LP records from Boogie (R). 
Complement dad's wardrobe with some custom-tailored suits and shirts from Fort & Tailler, along with some vintage ties for that splash of vibrant colors and patterns...
...made from some of the finest materials. The skilled craftsmen of Fort & Tailler take great pride in their made-to-measure and laboriously hand-sewn suits, shirts and trousers for fashion-smart dads. Complete your new wardrobe from Fort & Tailler with a classic pair from Berwick (R), one of Spain's iconic brands in footwear (R). 
More than just a way of telling time, a classic watch always defines a man's sense of style. For dads, a collectible timepiece from Vintage Grail is the ultimate Father's Day gift. The timeless appeal goes beyond fashion trends, it's a legacy that can be passed on to the next generation.
Back Alley Barbershop returns to The Pen Ultimate Father's Day Dream Lounge for the third straight year, and an appointment with master barber JR has been a yearly tradition. Give dad that classic and distinctive cut on his special day, courtesy of Back Alley Barbershop.
Savor the richness of fine Spanish beer with Estrella Galicia, a pale lager from a family-owned 113 year old brewery with its sharp crispness and smooth and refined finish...
... or the 1906, a special dark and malty brew named after the founding year of Estrella Galicia. I've always enjoyed dark beer with its subtle chocolatey hints, and this brew hits the spot. Go ahead and have another round. After a few more refreshing sips of fine Spanish beer, check out some personal skin care products for men by VMV Hypoallergenics or cool rides from Tokyo Bikes by Waido but if you're craving for more unrestrained horsepower...
...then get ready to unleash your innate wild side with Harley-Davidson.
The Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 with its aggressive 2-1-2 unswept exhaust configuration and road-hugging fat tires is pure power and muscle in the tradition of Harley-Davidson. The call of the wide-open road is tempting, you just feel you can do anything with this beautiful two-wheeled beast. For some dads, this may be the ticket to ride you've been waiting for. But hold that thought before handing over that check of P 1.2M for the Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob. Why not have some chocolate first?
Auro Chocolate returns with its award-winning local premium artisan chocolate to The Pen Ultimate Father's Day Dream Lounge. Have a few tasty nibbles of dark chocolate and rediscover why you love chocolate all this time. You can also enjoy the nutty richness of Auro Chocolate in a special Dark Chocolate Soft Gelato (R). 
Serious aquarium hobbyists will get a treat from ADA Nature Aquarium Philippines and their stunning nature aquariums. Think of it as living art in your home.
Using live aquatic plants, each aquarium set-up by ADA Nature Aquarium Philippines follows a zen-like Japanese aesthetic for a vibrant aquarium landscape. Made from crystal, the aquarium's seamless bonds provides unrestrained visibility all through-out, recreating a piece of nature in all its serene beauty. 
There's always something new to discover at The Pen Ultimate Father's Day Dream Lounge, making it one of the highly-anticipated events at The Peninsula Manila. Prizes were raffled off and the mixologists continued to prepare endless rounds of cocktails, now that's one cool Father's Day celebration.
By late evening, Salon de Ning is transformed once more. The celebrations may be over, but you just know The Peninsula Manila will be leveling up next year's edition of The Pen Ultimate Father's Day Dream Lounge. Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there...and see you next year at The Peninsula Manila.
The Peninsula Manila is located at the corner of Ayala and Makati Avenues, 1226 Makati Avenue, Metro Manila or call +63 (2) 887-2888 for inquiries.
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