After some time away from the harsh public spotlight, self-made real estate magnate and former Sen. Manny Villar made a rare public appearance last July 7 when he made it to the opening of The Marketplace Vista Mall Antipolo—a move that did not go unnoticed among guests and shoppers.
The return of the Gokongwei-led premium supermarket chain to Antipolo City marks what executives described as a “homecoming” for the brand, bringing back its mix of imported goods, gourmet offerings and everyday essentials to consumers in the fast-growing Rizal capital.
Located at Vista Mall in Antipolo, it sits at the heart of Mille Luce, a premier residential community developed by Vista Land & Lifescapes. The store carries international brands such as Waitrose of the United Kingdom, Casino of France and Woolworths of Australia, alongside premium meat selections that include Wagyu, Australian beef, organic beef and lamb.
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The reopening also reflects growing confidence in Antipolo’s purchasing power, with retailers increasingly expanding beyond Metro Manila’s traditional commercial districts.FEATURED STORIES
