Frankfurters in Cebu
IF YOU ever been confused by the differences among the frankfurter, wiener and hotdog—well then, you are not alone! Looking more or less the same, the three are all sausages and they essentially vary in terms of taste, preparation, size and history. The “frankfurter” was named after its...
‘X Factor Philippines’ visits Visayas; search continues
ASPIRING musical sensations from all over the Visayas gathered at the Lapu-Lapu City Hoops Dome on May 16 and 17 as upcoming singing competition The X Factor Philippines held the Visayas leg of its nationwide live auditions.
The performers that trooped to the dome were already the...
A Mom's journey
SHE had her first child two years into their marriage. Needless to say, the days leading up to her baby’s arrival were filled with much excitement and anticipation. At the same time, she admits she felt “unprepared” and “inadequate,” as she had no background in looking after a child. How to...
Tea time
OVER the years, variants of tea preparation have also sprouted left and right and one of which is called bubble tea. Tracing its roots to Taiwan in the 1980s, bubble tea is tea flavored with fruit syrup or milk, then mixed with tapioca pearls. It’s a cold, sweet and healthy concoction, making it...
Sunday im in love
UPON hearing the name Sunday 2PM Café, one may be led to believe that the place would only be open on that particular day and time. But as owner Sean Yoo explained, two o’clock on Sunday afternoons is simply his favorite part of the week.
“It’s the most peaceful time,” he said. “On...
Working with a hard hat
IT IS a profession that has been typically portrayed as a man’s calling, yet she has excelled in it—putting away the illusion that the hard hat is well suited only on a man’s head.
As senior manager of Smart Communications’ Regional Operations and Maintenance Center Visayas, Maria...
A yummy 'evoo-lution'
A NEW dining destination is set to take over the city. Armed with an impressive selection of food and drinks plus its cool relaxing ambiance, Evoo Resto Café is on its way to give a new meaning to what it is like to eat out in Cebu.
The resto café is located along the busy thoroughfare...
Dining under the Anahaw
THE scorching heat of summer has gotten everyone running to the nearest beaches. Cebu is lucky because it’s surrounded; whether one goes up north, down south, or off to neighboring islands, one can surely find cool blue waters for refuge. Swimming and sunbathing are not enough, though—what...
Dining like the Irish
LAST SATURDAYy, other parts of the world were painted green as they celebrated St. Patrick’s Day, a cultural and religious holiday in honor of the Irish saint. More than a religious observance, it is a worldwide festival that pays tribute to Irish culture.
It is the day when you can...
Leap of Faith
THE Women’s Month celebration traces its roots to the early part of the 20th century.
It was created to honor those whose actions had contributed greatly to the betterment of women, particularly those who had fought for women’s suffrage. Throughout the years, the month-long occasion has...
More than omelets
THERE are many things that can be done using an egg. In medieval times, egg white was used as adhesive, some people even using it as cement in construction. In cooking, an omelet is only one of the dishes that can be whipped up; and an omelet itself already has several variations depending on...
Dine, then dance
IMAGINE yourself lounging on chic-style furniture on an eighth floor veranda, where you have a clear view of the city’s skyline. Top that off with upbeat live music and delicious food—well, the thought is enough to make you feel on high, doesn’t it?
On the topmost floor of Adnama...
Truly Visayan
IT IS a modest exhibit set in one of the rooms of the Casa Gorordo Museum. Its simplicity however is easily surpassed by the stories and legacies of the artists involved. Titled ”Visayan Verve”, it commemorates those who have enriched Visayan art in various fields: Martino Abellana for painting...
Artisan space
THE place where it’s at, is gradually becoming an all-in-one leisure destination in Cebu.
With one of the city’s best clubs, Vudu, on the ground floor; and the new cocktail lounge Gilt above it—nightlife buffs just might have to say goodbye to Saturday evenings spent hopping from one...
On checkered tiles
THE 1950s was a turning point during the 20th century. It was the decade where the world witnessed the rise of pop art, rock music, television, teenage rebellion and drive-in restaurants—all of which are figures of pop culture today. Perhaps one of the most recognized icons of the 50s was the...
Dating ideas 101
HERE we go again. It’s the month of February and you must be racking your brain for good dating ideas to try out with your partner. Dinner? Movies? Sure, those are fine. But here’s a list that might tease you a bit to explore your options more.
Pick a good show. The few days before...
In the waterfront: Fresh face peddles memories
EXCITING changes await the 15-year-old Waterfront Airport Hotel & Casino Mactan this year under the leadership of its new hotel manager, Ma. Theresa S. Fernandez. She is a fresh face in the local hotel industry, but she is certainly no neophyte in her job—having worked with reputable hotels...
Dining with Bob Marlin
YOU MIGHT have assumed that this restaurant is home to Jamaican cuisine, particularly seafood. The word play between the name of the famous Jamaican artist Bob Marley and the fish marlin aside—Bob Marlin Restaurant & Grill actually serves well-loved Filipino dishes amid a smooth Rastafarian...
Dining with ICAAC
IMPRESSIVE cuisine and fine service were the defining points of the graduation dinner thrown by the International Culinary Arts Academy Cebu (ICAAC) last Jan. 13. Simply called “An Evening of Food & Wine,” it was a remarkable dining experience catered by ICAAC’s recent graduates.
Thrills and cotton candies
AS MOTORISTS breeze along the wide roads of the North Reclamation Area, they can’t help but take a look at the sight of these big, multi-colored structures huddled together. The novelty of the sight makes it eye-catching; even more when the sun is out and the array of bright lights on these...
Let’s hear it from the ladies!
THE prestigious Ms. Cebu pageant is not simply a competition; but it is a celebration of the intelligence and beauty that is bestowed upon every Cebuana. As the coronation night draws nearer, many are eager to hear a word or two from the lovely ladies.
Sagayno prints
"KALIT ni siya nga exhibit,” said the artist, gesturing at the 16x21 inch artworks that hung on the wall of the quaint bistro. “There was an opening by my student here last October,” he recalled, and it was at that event where artist and teacher Lucilo “Jojo” Sagayno was invited to hold an...
Where 'everything is yummy'
EVERYTHING Yummy’s tagline “food + love” perfectly explains their secret to having nothing but good food in their menu. Their food has been specially prepared by two food aficionados, Melanie Tam and Hans Congmon, and they have sprinkled it with a dash of their genuine culinary enthusiasm.
...Around the world, on new year's eve
IF FILIPINOS make sure that there are 12 kinds of round-shaped fruits on their dining tables by New Year’s Eve, what do people in other countries do? Take a mini trip to the world’s biggest cities and see what they’ll be up to this weekend!
A skater s turf
DID you know that one of the pioneering skate parks in the country is found in Cebu?
The sport is not new to Filipinos, but having a venue purely for this activity is rare. Along a small road in Mohon, Talisay City is where one can find Visioneri Landskate. Amateur and pro skaters,...
