On July 17, 2013, Consul Cunanan hosted a cocktail for travel agents and tour operators, journalists, and food writers and aficionados. The aim of the event was to promote Georgian cuisine and wine to Filipinos and market Georgia as a tourist destination. Georgia’s history, with its mix of Turkish, Russian, Persian, and Central Asian influences, has resulted in its exotic culture and gastronomic delights. The event was held in Paulie’s Wine Bar and Restaurant, Burgos Circle, The Fort, Taguig City. Among those who attended the event were Mike and Bim Zulueta of Interlink Travel Corporation, Marfee Dizon of Plenus Travel, writer and food blogger JJ Yulo, Food magazine Editor-in-Chief Nana Ozaeta, passionate foodies Gina and Mikeli Mapua, and Travel Bucket List organizer and founder Riva Galvez-Tan.