On Wednesday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of December 15, 2021.
The whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 3 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 7 new recoveries, and 1 new death. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 104,258 while the active cases slightly decreased to 279 (from 284).
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 41,259 (+1 new) – Total recoveries: 39,654 (+0 new) – Total deaths: 1,525 (+0 new) – Active cases: 80
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 13,673 (+0 new) – Total recoveries: 13,190 (+1 new) – Total deaths: 472 (+0 new) – Active cases: 11
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 12,140 (+0 new) – Total recoveries: 11,684 (+1 new) – Total deaths: 442 (+0 new) – Active cases: 14
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 37,186 (+2 new) – Total recoveries: 34,443 (+5 new) – Total deaths: 2,569 (+1 new) – Active cases: 174
SUMMARY OF COVID-19 CASES IN CEBU:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 279 (from 284)
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 104,258 (+3 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 98,971 (+7 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 5,008 (+1 new)
A total of 1,798 laboratory results were released today.
NOTES from DOH-7:
*As per DOH-7, the additional deaths in the report are not due to the overnight spike in deaths but due to more accurate data collection and validating efforts. Not all of those deaths occurred today but occurred more than a week ago.
Reports maybe subject to change as these claims undergo thorough validation by the local healthcare offices and health personnel.
When we talk about lechon, we can’t deny that Cebu Province has always been known to offer the best lechon in the entire Philippines.
Grilled to perfection, mouth watering flavor from the pigs meat, and a perfect crunch to every bite. It is a taste and experience that no person will ever forget.
Photo from Ruthy’s Lechon Facebook Page
The lechon is also a dish that we Filipinos never forget to serve on our tables no matter what the occasion may be.
Brief history of lechon
Lechon is derived from the Spanish word leche, meaning milk. Before, people used to grill young pigs that were still nursing milk from their mothers, however the popularity of using bigger pigs rose during the Spanish era.
In Cebu, the Garces family, owner of Ruthy’s lechon, were believed to have the first lechon recipe in Cebu. However, it is not yet proven as the popularity of lechon rapidly rose in Cebu.
Photo from Ruthy’s Lechon Facebook Page
But where exactly in Cebu do we taste the best lechon?
One of Cebu’s cities is Talisay City. A city that’s making a buzz in the Philippines to offer the best lechon you could ever taste. In fact the city celebrates their lechon festival in the month of October.
One of the popularly known lechon restaurants in Talisay are the following:
1. Leslie’s Lechon
Featured in Netflix’s documentary series “Street Food ” Leslie’s lechon is just one of Talisay’s pride when it comes to lechon.
Photo from Leslie’s Lechon Facebook Page
Lesliie’s lechon has been providing the best lechon in Talisay since the 1040’s originated by Susana Enjambre, the grandmother of Leslie Enjambre.
Photo from Leslie’s Lechon Facebook Page
Prices of their lechon ranges from 5,500-7,000
MENU:
Whole Lechon
8 Kilos – P4,500
9 Kilos – P5,000
10 Kilos – P5,500
12 Kilos – P5,500
15 kilos – P6,500
17 kilos – P7,000
Photo from Leslie’s Lechon Facebook Page
Kinilo Lechon:
P600 per kilo on Saturday and Sundays only lunch time
Leslie’s lechon does not have a physical store and only offers pre-order at the meantime.
2. 3P’s Lechon
Another popular lechon in Talisay city is the 3P’s Lechon. Holding on to their theme: Crispylicious! Juicylicious! Tastylicious! A lechon you would want more.
Photo from 3P’s Lechon Facebook Page
They offer lechon with the best quality and at a bigger size too.
Also featured in one of Cebu’s media outlets is AKD Lechon. This signifies that indeed, AKD Lechon is making a name in Talisay city out of the many lechon sellers the city has.
Photo from AKD Lechon Facebook Page
Holding on to their goal to be a world class known lechon, AKD has proven that they can be one. Maintaining a crispy, delicious lechon in Talisay city AKD is one of the people’s favorite.
They say art is a reflection of an artist’s feelings.
With a passion for art, Bethram Dacuma, an artist-teacher from Toledo City, Cebu shared on her social media account her interpretation of trauma, struggle, and pain through her art in oil painting.
Photo from Bethram Dacuma’s Instagram Account
Dacuma shared in her social media account her art named “Honey Series” which she posted last July.
According to Dacuma in an Inquirer article that her painting portrays the “struggle of people suffering from mental health problems and as a result of their sorrowful face with pouring honey, their mind eats them apart.”
Photo from Bethram Dacuma’s Instagram Account
Photo from Bethram Dacuma’s Instagram Account
Photo from Bethram Dacuma’s Instagram Account
Photo from Bethram Dacuma’s Instagram Account
The inspiration behind her art is her traumatic experience when she had a motorcycle accident last year. The tragic event made her work on her art, however instead of painting blood, she decided to paint something different.
She said that she used honey as a reminder for people that love isn’t always easy. That the flow of life is unpredictable.
She also inspires people, especially those suffering from mental health to not give up.
Photo from Bethram Dacuma’s Instagram Account
Photo from Bethram Dacuma’s Instagram Account
Dacuma’s art was recognized internationally in other countries such as the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and the US.
On Tuesday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of December 14, 2021.
The whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 10 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 8 new recoveries, and 2 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 104,255 while the active cases remained to 284 (from 284).
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 41,258 (+3 new) – Total recoveries: 39,654 (+0 new) – Total deaths: 1,525 (+0 new) – Active cases: 79
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 13,673 (+0 new) – Total recoveries: 13,189 (+0 new) – Total deaths: 472 (+0 new) – Active cases: 12
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 12,140 (+3 new) – Total recoveries: 11,683 (+0 new) – Total deaths: 442 (+0 new) – Active cases: 15
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 37,184 (+4 new) – Total recoveries: 34,438 (+8 new) – Total deaths: 2,568 (+2 new) – Active cases: 178
SUMMARY OF COVID-19 CASES IN CEBU:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 284 (from 284)
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 104,255 (+10 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 98,964 (+8 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 5,007 (+2 new)
A total of 2,052 laboratory results were released today.
NOTES from DOH-7:
*As per DOH-7, the additional deaths in the report are not due to the overnight spike in deaths but due to more accurate data collection and validating efforts. Not all of those deaths occurred today but occurred more than a week ago.
Reports maybe subject to change as these claims undergo thorough validation by the local healthcare offices and health personnel.
It’s again the most wonderful time of the year. Ever since the ber months started, we’ve been seeing Christmas decorations in every street and home of the Filipino households. Despite the current pandemic, we Filipinos never took it as a hindrance to continue spending and share the spirit of Christmas.
One of the noticeable Christmas decorations we often see on Christmas is the ‘parol.’ The parol is the perfect definition of hope, that is why most of us hang it in our households during the holidays.
The parol history goes way back to 1908, it began with Francisco Estanislao who is believed to have crafted the first giant. He made a classic five-point star parol out of bamboo strips that he coated with Japanese paper and lit with a kalburo (lamp).
But, did you know that in the northern part of Cebu, there is a unique kind of parol made out of Abaca?
Photo by Aldo Banaynal of The Freeman
One of Sogod, Cebu’s pride is their native Abaca parols. Not only do they sell parol made out of abaca, but they also sell furniture made out of the same materials.
Their handicrafts are not only limited to parols and furniture, they also offer different Christmas decorations, such as huge Christmas trees and reindeers. It is not only unique but is a perfect design for our homes during the Holidays.
Photo by Aldo Banaynal of The Freeman Photo by Aldo Banaynal of The Freeman
In fact, the abaca material is so popular in Sogod, that this material was worn by one of the Miss Universe Philippines 2021 candidates Steffi Aberasturi during her national costume round competition.
Photo from Malayka Yamas’ Facebook Page
According to one of the native abaca Parol makers, Renan, they don’t exactly know when the abaca making business in Sogod started, however, he said that ever since he was a kid, his mother already taught him how to make one.
Their parols may vary depending on the design and size. They also offer customized sizes and designs of the parol. Prices may start from P50-P1000. If you find some of the items expensive, you don’t have to worry as most of the parol makers can be negotiated.
Photo by Aldo Banaynal of The Freeman
There is a large community of native abaca parol and furniture makers in Sogod, Cebu that was passed down from generation to generation. So if you are planning to visit there, most of them can be found passing the Sogod municipal hall. You can also stop by the municipal hall and ask for instructions.
Do you ever just feel like you need a breather from the busy streets of the city, from the unending meetings and tasks? From all your school assignments and online classes? To run away from all the toxic environment you’re in? A place where you can be alone or spend time with the people closest to you?
You don’t have to look far because in the northern part of Cebu a resort awaits you to give you the break you deserve. Located in Carmen, Cebu is Junbel Mountain Resort.
Photo from Rice Dayalin of Carmen Maniniyot
Photo from Rice Dayalin of Carmen Maniniyot
Photo from Rice Dayalin of Carmen Maniniyot
Junbel Mountain Resort offers you a perfect mountain view. Instead of seeing the busy pollution from the city, you can definitely enjoy the sunrise and sunset, plus fresh air.
You can also enjoy the resort’s pools with an amazing view of the mountain. It is also a perfect place to spend quality time with your family or if you are a couple. If you’ve been planning with your barakda a getaway place this is the perfect place.
Photo from Rice Dayalin of Carmen Maniniyot
The place is also perfect for prenup photoshoots and other occasional events, you just have to book before the said event.
If your company is looking for a perfect venue to hold your Christmas party, Junbel Mountain Resort can also accommodate your request.
The resort officially opened on December 8, 2021.
Photo from Rice Dayalin of Carmen Maniniyot
Photo from Rice Dayalin of Carmen Maniniyot
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
ROOM RATES:
Exclusive booking for P5,000 per night, good for 10-15 pax
On Monday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of December 13, 2021.
The whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 3 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 18 new recoveries, and 2 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 104,245 while the active cases dropped to 284 (from 301).
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 41,255 (+0 new) – Total recoveries: 39,654 (+2 new) – Total deaths: 1,525 (+0 new) – Active cases: 76
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 13,673 (+0 new) – Total recoveries: 13,189 (+0 new) – Total deaths: 472 (+0 new) – Active cases: 12
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 12,137 (+0 new) – Total recoveries: 11,683 (+0 new) – Total deaths: 442 (+0 new) – Active cases: 12
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 37,180 (+3 new) – Total recoveries: 34,430 (+16 new) – Total deaths: 2,566 (+2 new) – Active cases: 184
SUMMARY OF COVID-19 CASES IN CEBU:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 284 (from 301)
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 104,245 (+3 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 98,956 (+18 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 5,005 (+2 new)
A total of 802 laboratory results were released today.
NOTES from DOH-7:
*As per DOH-7, the additional deaths in the report are not due to the overnight spike in deaths but due to more accurate data collection and validating efforts. Not all of those deaths occurred today but occurred more than a week ago.
Reports maybe subject to change as these claims undergo thorough validation by the local healthcare offices and health personnel.
Married women can now keep or maintain their maiden surname.
This is a big win for all Filipino women. Times have changed and certain circumstances are just made more complicated and difficult because of this.
The House Bill (HB) 10459, which seeks to give women the choice to keep their maiden surnames has been approved unanimously by a total of 227 congressmen present in session.
The House of Representatives has passed HB 10459 on its third and final reading, which now proposes amendment in Article 370 of Republic Act 386 or the New Civil Code of the Philippines.
With the core of providing equality between men and women, the principal authors of the bill were nine congressmen led by Deputy Speaker Rufus Rodriguez and the revision of laws committee chairperson Cheryl Deloso-Montalla.
Married Women’s Options under HB 10459
Use maiden first name and surname
Use maiden first name and surname and add her husband’s surname
Use maiden first name and her husband’s surname, or husband’s full name, but prefixing a word indicating that she is his wife, such as “Mrs.”
There are already various reactions to this bill and the only ones that matter really are the positive feedback from all the Filipinas on this freedom to choose.
Some even said that it should definitely be easier especially in processing legal papers without the hassle of carrying the marriage certificate everywhere.
Have you been to Siargao? If not, do you wish to experience, but don’t have enough budget to do so? Well, call your travel buddy now! Because you don’t have to travel far and spend much to experience Siargao because Oslob has something more to offer to you.
Located in the southern part of Cebu, in the Province of Oslob is Paraiso Tropicale – Cabin Beach. A perfect escape place from the busy city buzz. The place is a private area where you can rent a two-story cabana exclusively for yourself or with your family and friends.
With its intimate area, with a touch of the green forest nature, and its indefinite white sand rocky beach, it is a perfect place for friends, family, and couples looking for privacy. You get to stay in a cabin while being one with nature.
The place is also frequently visited by sea turtles and manta rays that you would enjoy watching while you relax under the sun and feel the soft breeze of the fresh wind.
If you’re up to the challenge in visiting the place you have to expect that to reach a beautiful place a little cardio sacrifice is needed, as you need to burn some calories with its 88 steps wooden stair puzzle.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
ROOM RATES (Exclusive):
Php 2,800 per night on weekdays (Mondays-Thursdays)
Php 3,800 per night on weekends (Fridays-Sundays) and holidays.
It’s an exclusive stay of the ENTIRE PROPERTY good for 4 pax, yet can go up to 8-10 pax maximum. Only 150 Pesos per pax in excess of 4 (including non-overnight guests).
Overnight use:
Standard check-in: 2 PM
Standard check-out: 12 NN
What to expect?
Calorie-burning 88-step wooden stair puzzle
Naturally-ventilated private cabin good for 4 pax (overnight)
Two-storey cabana good for 4 pax (overnight)
What to prepare?
As they allow flexibility in your stay, kindly note of the following:
Meal good for your stay (and for your fur babies)
Mosquito-repelling lotion for your skin preference
Personalized toiletries, coral-safe sunblock
Smart, Sun, Dito mobile networks have good reception
Exact location: Oslob, Southern Cebu — approx. 3 hours away from the city.
BY BUS: From the south bus terminal ride a bus going to Oslob, Cebu. The fare should be around P150-P200. When you arrive at Oslob’s Poblacion (marketplace) try to ask the locals where Paraiso Tropicale – Cabin Beach is.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Lickey Buns” in Oslob.
On Sunday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of December 12, 2021.
Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 3 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 7 new recoveries, and 0 new death. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 104,242 while the active cases slightly decreased to 301 (from 305).
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 41,255 (+0 new) – Total recoveries: 39,652 (+3 new) – Total deaths: 1,525 (+0 new) – Active cases: 78
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 13,673 (+1 new) – Total recoveries: 13,189 (+0 new) – Total deaths: 472 (+0 new) – Active cases: 12
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 12,137 (+0 new) – Total recoveries: 11,683 (+4 new) – Total deaths: 442 (+0 new) – Active cases: 12
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 37,177 (+2 new) – Total recoveries: 34,414 (+0 new) – Total deaths: 2,564 (+0 new) – Active cases: 199
SUMMARY OF COVID-19 CASES IN CEBU:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 301 (from 305)
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 104,242 (+3 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 98,938 (+7 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 5,003 (+0 new)
A total of 1,079 laboratory results were released today.
NOTES from DOH-7:
*As per DOH-7, the additional deaths in the report are not due to the overnight spike in deaths but due to more accurate data collection and validating efforts. Not all of those deaths occurred today but occurred more than a week ago.
Reports maybe subject to change as these claims undergo thorough validation by the local healthcare offices and health personnel.
