CCTN 47 presents Lenten telemovie

THE men and women of the Cebu Catholic Television Network (CCTN) news and public affairs group will once again present a full-length Lenten telemovie during the Holy Week.

Entitled “Dugo Sa Akong Dugo,” the telemovie is written and directed by Dante Luzon.

Scholars finish housekeeping skills training

A TOTAL of 35 scholars, who were trained in Housekeeping NC II through the private education student financial assistance, recently graduated from the Center for Healthcare Professions (CHP) Cebu Inc.

The skills training were intended to prepare the scholars to get employed here or abroad. They may apply in hotels, nursing homes, and other private and public healthcare facilities as room or cabin attendant, valet runner, marker-sorter and butler.

Cancer forum for gov’t employees held

IN OBSERVANCE of the Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March, the Eduardo J. Aboitiz Cancer Center (EJACC) of the Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc. (Rafi), in collaboration with the Vicente Sotto Memorial Medical Center (VSMMC), held a forum on colorectal cancer for the employees of the Mandaue City Government.

Dubbed “Defeating Colorectal Cancer,” the forum featured Dr. Loreto B. Ong, a private practitioner on colorectal surgery from the general surgery and surgical onconology department of VSMMC, as the resource speaker.

13th Ayala Malls Merchant Rewards

AYALA Malls, the country’s leading lifestyle provider and shopping destination, has been breaking grounds in rewarding and delighting its customers.

With the continuous innovation of products and services given by its Merchant partners, it is definite that customer satisfaction will always be at its best.

Summer Frolix at Plantation Bay

PLANTATION Bay opened the summer season with its annual Summer Frolix Promo for local and balikbayan guests last March 18 at the Orion Beach.

A variety of enjoyable activities for adults, teens and kids will surely complete the summer getaway. One can try the beach tennis, beach ball toss, tug of war in bubbles, sandcastle making contest, rubber duck race, water balloon race, color the fishes and paper boat making.

Night Race set on April 9

ALL'S set for this year’s first night race happening on April 9 at the Cebu Doctors’ University grounds. 

The night race will cover 3K, 5K and 10K and will start at 6 p.m. instead of the usual early morning run.

Xing Café opens

IF ONE is looking for a new place to hold own private concert with friends, then one might want to consider the latest karaoke cafe to hit town.

Xing Café recently held its soft opening last March 9 along A.S. Fortuna St., Mandaue City to give the public another alternative on where to hang out, dine and have fun at the same time.

Allure Hotel and Suites grand opens

THE newest business hotel in Mandaue City–Allure Hotel and Suites, has opened its doors.

Its grand opening last March 19 was attended by respected personalities in business and government.

Primary Homes breaks ground for La Guardia Flats 2

ONE of the country’s most reliable names in the housing and condominium development industry, Primary Homes, Inc. (PHI), is all set for the groundbreaking of its newest project offer: La Guardia Flats 2 (LGF2).

French chef wows audience at AICHI open house

FRENCH Chef Laurent Patrick Giacoletto, a full-time faculty of the American International Culinary and Hospitality Institute (AICHI), impressed culinary aficionados and visitors of the school open house last March 26.

Chef Laurent showed great culinary savvy with his flawless execution of the basic skills required of those aspiring to become international chefs. Portions of the European cuisine he cooked were distributed to the audience for sample tasting.

It’s SM City Cebu three-day sale from April 1-3

THE biggest sale hits Cebu on April 1 to 3. Shop until you drop at SM City Cebu’s 3-Day Sale with up to 70 percent off on selected items.

First Self Healing and Detoxification Workshop in Cebu set this weekend

HAVE you been sustained by conventional medicines all these years?

Do you actually take paracetamol the instance you get a headache? There’s actually a natural cure for that, unknown to many—just a glass of water with lemon plus a five-minute nap and one is headache-free.

New local hotel targeting businessmen opens

TRAVELLING to Cebu City and looking for a chic, business hotel on a budget? Diamond Suites & Residences is the answer.

Golden ABC finds its way back home

GOLDEN ABC, the company behind such well-loved Asian brands as Penshoppe, Oxygen, ForMe, Memo, Regatta, and Red Logo, may be a giant in today’s Philippine fashion retail industry, but like many businesses, they too started out small with their beginnings tracing back to Cebu.

Woodridge turns international

TO KEEP up with the fast changing world and be globally competitive, Woodridge School-Cebu, Banilad Road, embarks a giant step as it turns – Woodridge International School (WIS).

In its 10th year, Woodridge has completed the Basic Education Levels recognized by the Department of Education and has achieved numerous awards.

Pizza for all (except one, maybe)

NO place is “too secluded” for some good food. That’s what this pizza parlor proves.

Offering pizzas and calzones, Ryan’s Pizarelli House, right along 181-D Maria Christina Ext. (near Sacred Heart Hijas de Jesus), doesn’t fail to attract Cebuanos from all around the metro to drop by, despite the challenging location.

Go beyond the hour at The Persimmon Plus, Pueblo Verde

EARTH Hour takes on a wider dimension this year at The Persimmon Plus in Mabolo, Cebu City and Pueblo Verde at the Mactan Economic Zone 2 (MEZ2) in Lapu-Lapu City.

Ayala Center Cebu joins Earth Hour

WITH drastic changes in the environment and dire consequences never before seen in history, today, more than ever, we must be do our share in taking care of our planet.

Ayala Center Cebu joins the world-wide observation of Earth Hour this Saturday, March 26.

Illuminated: An Earth Hour celebration

EARTH Hour, the global movement spearheaded by the World Wildlife Fun, which encourages households and businesses to conserve energy for one hour in an effort to take action on climate change, has gained attention and support the world over, and many companies in Cebu have been willing and active participants to this worthwhile cause.

Marco Polo Plaza supports Earth Hour 2011

THE Marco Polo Plaza joins the international community in making a unified statement on the universal concern about the environment.

Why Gardenia’s Classic White Bread remains a favorite after 13 years

FORGET making puddings. Or mashing old bread slices into breadcrumbs. With Gardenia’s Classic White Bread, there’s no such thing as leftovers.

When it was first introduced 13 years ago, Gardenia’s Classic White Bread surprised consumers at how delicious and fresh it was. It was tasty, soft, smelled freshly-baked and didn’t turn into cardboard-like slices the day after it was bought.

Citigym’s Citirun and photo contest

STAYING fit and at the same time being able to lend a hand to kids who are in need surely has its rewards.

Citigym’s Citirun 2011 happening on March 27 will benefit Prime Foundation and Abag sa Kabataan, a foudnation that sets to improve and develop special children.

Cebu in the eyes of Arno

CEBUANOS cannot be boxed in. We find ourselves spending the day in the mall, enjoying a conversation over a cup of coffee. Then in the next instance, we are by the street relishing a 21-day-old balut soaked in vinegar, and we down it with a Red Horse or two.

Filipina gets Star Student award

A YOUNG Filipina from Buckhorn High School in Madison County, Alabama has been awarded as Waff 48 Star Student for her impressive performance in the field of art.