It was an evening defined by warmth and quiet elegance as Alexander “Bombie” Ricafort marked his 60th birthday with nearly 200 guests at the Manila Golf and Country Club.
Known for his understated nature, Ricafort chose to celebrate the milestone not with grandeur, but with heartfelt hospitality. The guest list ranged from childhood friends and De La Salle University classmates to golf buddies, colleagues, and family.
The evening’s highlights included a generous sashimi spread of premium tuna and salmon from General Santos City, alongside a mix of Filipino favorites and Pampanga delicacies. In a charming touch, guests were encouraged to take home treats from the center table — a gesture that captured the cele¬brant’s generosity.
Ensuring the celebration flowed seamlessly was his wife, Maricel, whose quiet grace and attention to detail mirrored Ricafort’s own thoughtful nature.
True to form, the birthday cake was simple and unadorned — a reflection of the values instilled by his parents, Benny and Nona Ricafort, who welcomed guests throughout the evening. It was the spirit of the gathering that lingered: easy laughter, enduring friendships, and genuine connection.
In celebrating his 60th year, Ricafort reminded those in attendance that a life well lived is defined not by extravagance, but by sincerity and the people who matter most. It was a diamond celebration indeed — intimate, generous, and deeply personal.