Premium yet approachable: Discover a new way to enjoy wine at World Cellar

 

A new dimension to Araneta City's vast dining scene opens this year with World Cellar, a first-of-its- kind, one-of-a-kind wine-centric concept at World Kitchens in Gateway Mall 2. Designed to be refined but not intimidating, World Cellar brings curated wine experiences closer to more people, offering quality selections at a friendlier price point, delivering great value without compromising on experience, and encouraging guests to explore, taste, and enjoy wine on their own terms.

Instead of positioning wine solely as something reserved for celebrations, World Cellar aims to build a wine culture rooted in everyday enjoyment, with a strong focus on everyday value wines that invite regular discovery rather than rare indulgence. Its thoughtfully assembled collection of up to 4,000 bottles features labels from renowned wine regions around the globe. From classic Old World wines to expressive New World varietals, the selection is curated to appeal to both seasoned wine enthusiasts and first-time drinkers, and to invite curiosity rather than settling on a single familiar label.

The cellar space itself is anchored by expansive wine displays and a customized wine chiller system created through the collaboration of Celsius Equipment, known for crafting state-of-the-art wine cellars in Singapore, and Cellar Solutions, a Taiwan-based specialist in advanced wine storage systems. World Cellar was designed by Singapore-based AT+Co, the same firm behind the overall design of World Kitchens. Together, these expert teams shaped a setting that feels immersive, relaxed, and elegant without being exclusive.

World Cellar can accommodate more than 60 seated guests. But unlike traditional wine lounges, World Cellar extends beyond its own space. Diners anywhere within World Kitchens can order wine from World Cellar, while those who select a bottle from the cellar are free to bring it outside and pair it with dishes from any of the surrounding show kitchens. This open approach creates opportunities for multiple wine pairings across multiple cuisines (from Asian and European flavors to contemporary comfort food) and reinforces the idea that good wine belongs at every table, not just inside a wine lounge.

Guided wine tasting sessions are also being planned to encourage people to discover and experience a wide variety of wines rather than just choosing the same “safe” bottle all the time. A specially trained staff is on hand to assist with selections, making exploration easy even for those unsure of where to begin.

With its approachable philosophy, curated selections, and flexible dining integration, World Cellar introduces a more inclusive way of enjoying good wine—guided by honest prices and the belief that drinking well does not have to mean paying more.

World Cellar opens for soft launch on January 15 at World Kitchens, located at Level 4 of Gateway Mall 2 in Araneta City. For inquiries and reservations, contact +63 9189394537 or email wk.reservations.aranetagrp@gmail.com.

Sabor Bar de Vinos Opens at the Novotel Manila Araneta Center

Right in the heart of the bustling commercial district of Araneta Center in Cubao, this newly opened Sabor Bar de Vinos at the ground floor of Novotel Manila boasts of endless things to see, do, eat and drink. Purple Plum Fairy recently had the opportunity to visit this new spot where wine-loving locals will surely enjoy visiting. 

With an epic wine list paired with Spanish bistro-inspired foods, you can drink and eat to your heart's content. Get in early to snag a table or if you're more of a night owl, come in for a midnight feast as they're open until 2AM. 

With the impressive wines on the list, some of them by the glass, Sabor Bar de Vinos wine list is the must-go place to find out what’s at the forefront of winemaking industry. As their name implies, Sabor de Vinos means Taste the wine. So go ahead, gulp up, taste their wine at its finest. Salud!