Holiday Hangouts: Celebrating The Spirit Of Togetherness At Shangri-La Plaza’s ‘Streetscape’

This article was initially featured on Lifestyle Asia on December 19, 2024 authored by Pilar Gonzalez.

Shangri-La Plaza’s Streetscape is an inviting space for holiday get togethers of all kinds; from intimate gatherings to grand feasts, the beloved spot offers all the best flavors in the Metro for festive celebrations unlike any other.
The holiday season is approaching its peak as Christmas draws ever closer. Families, friends, and even companies are all gearing up to end the year with a bang through festive parties and hangouts galore. As the Philippines’ culinary scene continues to evolve and improve each year, everyone is spoilt for choice when it comes to exceptional gastronomic experiences—especially in Metro Manila, which has long been at the forefront of dining innovation. Shangri-La Plaza’s newly revamped Streetscape is a perfect example of this: a melting pot of gastronomic excellence, the beloved al fresco dining spot gathers the city’s most popular restaurants and cafés all in one place.

So if you’re still trying to decide where to spend time with loved ones over a tantalizing spread of delicious food and beverages, Streetscape streamlines the process through its curated roster of award-winning and longtime favorite concepts that always satisfy.

Your Home For The Holidays

The new and improved Streetscape maintains the spirit of its predecessor, curating and combining the Metro’s most sought-after flavors, but this time with an all new look. Taking inspiration from the warmth and charm of Filipino heritage streets, Streetscape’s new appearance evokes the beauty of traditional sensibilities while bringing something new to the table (in more ways than one) through contemporary twists and convenient features.

“When you step into the revamped Streetscape, you’ll instantly feel the inimitable Shang DNA. From the warm hospitality to the meticulously-curated zoning and surroundings inspired by Filipino heritage streets and green spaces, every detail has been thoughtfully crafted to ensure a uniquely personal and inspired dining experience,” shares Joy R. Polloso, Shang Properties EVP for Retail and Commercial.

Here, visitors will find visual elements akin to nostalgic plazas with cobblestone streets; intimate pockets of green, manicured landscapes; relaxing ambient music; inviting and lively al fresco dining spaces; and splashes of vibrant hues that work to create a comfortable and festive atmosphere.

A home away from home, Streetscape is also a convenient meeting place for its surrounding communities—including residents in the Shang Central, guests of EDSA Shangri-La Hotel, and the residents of One Shangri-La Place and The St. Francis Shangri-La Place. It’s like throwing a holiday party in the comfort of a lovely abode, except you don’t have to fuss over decor, tablescapes, and all the nitty-gritty logistics, which allows you to actually focus on your guests and spend more time with them.

Festive Havens

Streetscape’s line-up of acclaimed concepts are made for holiday celebrations, offering cozy yet sophisticated surroundings and unparalleled cuisine. By carefully curating its selection of brands to include chef-driven and novelty concepts, it stands out from similar spots, elevating the dining experience with a more premium selection of options while still keeping the atmosphere accessible, welcoming, and genuine.

If you’re searching for familiar flavors for the holidays and noche buena-style feast, Streetscape offers diner favorites like Manam, with its inventive twists to Filipino fare; and Refinery, which delights the palate with its creative takes on comfort food.

And what’s a party without hot plates of sumptuous pizza, pasta, and decadent cuts of meat for sharing? You will also find award-winning Italian pizzeria and resto A Mano in the stretch of dining spots, as well as popular French-American bistro café and restaurant Wildflour and American steakhouse LongHorn.

Filipinos love their Asian delicacies as well—whether it’s sushi or the spicy, dynamic flavors of curry, sample the best of what the continent has to offer with Japanese-Peruvian modern izakaya Nikkei Sakagura, contemporary Thai-Asian spot Ginger Lily, and chic resto-bar Red Lotus.

Meanwhile, chef-driven concepts like Sala Martinez, which serves up Spanish fare with flair, are also available for those seeking more gastronomic adventures.

If a feast seems a bit much for intimate gatherings, Streetscape also offers casual yet equally enticing options for holiday hangouts, including power brunches at The Wholesome Table with its honest-to-goodness organic delights and light breakfasts or coffee afternoons at Harlan + Holden.

However you choose to spend the holidays, there’s always something to enjoy at the new Streetscape—a place that inspires togetherness and enhances the joy of the season to create memorable moments worth indulging in.