Anniversary affairs

In the limelight. Cafe Laguna founder Lita Urbina and daughter Grace Absin during the 27th anniversary celebration at Laguna Garden Cafe. Right photo shows Lita with children John Paul and Chef Raki (left) during the opening of the new branch of Lemon Grass (a member of the Laguna group of restos) at SM Seaside City Cebu.
In the limelight. Cafe Laguna founder Lita Urbina and daughter Grace Absin during the 27th anniversary celebration at Laguna Garden Cafe. Right photo shows Lita with children John Paul and Chef Raki (left) during the opening of the new branch of Lemon Grass (a member of the Laguna group of restos) at SM Seaside City Cebu.

ANNIVERSARY affairs hogged the limelight these past weeks. Yes, the dear old town was abuzz with celebrations galore.

Cafe Laguna founder Lita Urbina and daughter Grace were the frontliners during the anniversary lunch and dinner buffet marking the 27th year of Cafe Laguna, held at Laguna Garden Cafe at The Terraces in Ayala Center Cebu. The buffet table was laden with the resto’s classic dishes and old favorites as well as new additions to the menu. Lita and her team once again outdid themselves with more yummy offerings.

A fortnight later, Lita with children Chef Raki and John Paul played hosts at the opening of the latest branch of Lemon Grass at SM Seaside City Cebu.

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New in the industry but run by dedicated professionals, Flaneur Travel and Tours Specialist Inc. turned all of one year two weeks ago. To mark the milestone, ladies-at-the-helm Ann Momongan, Camille Perez and Susana San Ramon organized a simple breakfast get-together at UCC Bonifacio. The affair also doubled as a surprise birthday celebration for their travel consultant Alan Carvajal; an intimate gathering of like-minded friends!

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“12 Years of Heart” was how Golden Prince Hotel & Suites dubbed its anniversary celebration early this month. With the tagline, “A Unique Cebuano Royalty Experience,” the homegrown hotel is committed to preserve and promote Cebuano Heritage.

The anniversary festivities began with the unveiling of Kabilin (Heritage Lounge) which is reminiscent of an old Filipino Ilustrado home featuring old style furniture and decor. On one side of the Sala is the popular Painit sa Kabilin corner where a merienda buffet of authentic Cebuano delicacies is served daily. Then off the little hallway is the Comedor on the right and the Veranda on the left side which are available for small private parties.

The program proper was held at the hotel’s Alicia Hall on the second floor. Benny Que, president of Golden Prince Hotel and Suites, gave the welcome address. In supportive attendance were his parents Ramon and Alicia Que, his wife Teresa, nephew Aaron who is the hotel executive vice president, and other family members. Highlight of the evening was the handing out of the Golden Pearl Awards to the hotel’s 12 valued clients. Musical numbers came from the University of Cebu Chorus, the Wonggoys and singer Cerj Michael who was also program host.

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