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 August 3, 2021.
Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 652 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 348 new recoveries, and 28 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 69,313, while the active cases increased to 8,666 (from 8,389).
Breakdown of cases:
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 30,525 (+210 new) – Total recoveries: 26,519 (+163 new) – Total deaths: 952 (+10 new) – Active cases: 3,054
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 8,908 (+132 new) – Total recoveries: 7,423 (+54 new) – Total deaths: 199 (+2 new) – Active cases: 1,286
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 8,417 (+105 new) – Total recoveries: 7,030 (+23 new) – Total deaths: 248 (+2 new) – Active cases: 1,139
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 21,463 (+205 new) – Total recoveries: 17,372 (+108 new) – Total deaths: 904 (+14 new) – Active cases: 3,187
Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 8,666 (from 8,389)
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 69,313 (+652 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 58,344 (+348 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 2,303 (+28 new*)
A total of 4,049 laboratory results were released for 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.
Never underestimate the power of chocolates. It’s a piece of heaven here on earth and you’ll be surprised at how many problems it can solve and smiles it can bring.
Lucky for us chocolate-crazed Cebuanos, a pastry brand here in Cebu has the best collection of chocolate cakes to die for, Chocolate Cakes by Nicole.
Nicole’s signature chocolate cake
Chocolate Cakes by Nicole is definitely the pastry brand to watch out for because they possess the magic that is the “Nicole’s Signature Chocolate Cake” which has created quite a buzz in social media for being the tastiest chocolate cake as ranked by netizens.
Nicole’s signature chocolate cake is famous for its extremely thick layer of rich, custardy natilla squeezed in between two super moist chocolate cakes and covered with rich chocolate fudge frosting.
It’s just dripping with chocolatey goodness and texture perfect, you’ll get to finish a whole cake all by yourself. If that doesn’t make your mouth water, I don’t know what will.
And if there was any doubt to the growing interest and craze that is their signature chocolate cake, customer feedback will surely sweep you off your feet as they’ve described it as the best chocolate cake they have ever tasted, their favorite chocolate cake now, a cake that stands out, a cake that is absolutely loved by children and many more praises.
Nicole’s Signature Chocolate Cake is so deliciously good in every bite and oozing with an abundance of chocolate you didn’t know you need. It is slice of heaven packed in every slice indeed.
ALL KINDS OF CHOCOLATE & MORE
They have dark chocolate, white chocolate, milk chocolate, you name it they have it. And if you want your cakes mixed with caramel, vanilla, ube and even matcha, you’ll get to indulge on them too. Other favorites are:
The Bomb Cake: chocolate ganache sandwiched in super moist chocolate cake and chocolate goo and topped with chocolate shard and cocoa powder.
White chocolate ganache with Oreos: super moist chocolate cake topped with white chocolate ganache has an overspread of oreos bits which makes a very creamy combination that melts in your mouth in just a bite.
MAKE YOUR OWN CHOCOLATE CAKE
How exciting and delightfully delicious it would be to make your own cake?
Spoiling you with their words “Your chocolate cake, your way”, it’s up to you to choose your toppings, may it be chocolate bits, crushed Oreos, peanuts, salted caramel balls and many more.
What are you waiting for? Take that slice of happiness now.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
Best-sellers:
Nicole’s signature chocolate cake
The Bomb Cake
Other cakes in the menu:
Ube Indulgence
Oh Oreo
Choco Caramel Combo
Chocolate Vanilla Jumble
“New”Chocolate and Strawberry Fantasy
HOW TO ORDER ONLINE?
They are also on GrabFood, Foodpanda, and Lalamove.
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 August 2, 2021.
Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 657 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 428 new recoveries, and 25 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 68,661, while the active cases increased to 8,389 (from 8,182).
Breakdown of cases:
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 30,315 (+154 new) – Total recoveries: 26,356 (+71 new) – Total deaths: 943 (+9 new) – Active cases: 3,016
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 8,776 (+96 new) – Total recoveries: 7,369 (+72 new) – Total deaths: 197 (+1 new) – Active cases: 1,210
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 8,312 (+86 new) – Total recoveries: 7,007 (+43 new) – Total deaths: 246 (+2 new) – Active cases: 1,059
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 21,258 (+321 new) – Total recoveries: 17,264 (+242 new) – Total deaths: 890 (+13 new) – Active cases: 3,104
Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 8,389 (from 8,182)
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 68,661 (+657 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 57,996 (+428 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 2,276 (+25 new*)
A total of 2,940 laboratory results were released for 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.
Leading developer in VisMin Cebu Landmasters Inc. (CLI) strengthens its hotel portfolio in the region as it reveals its very first resort development – the P2.5 billion Abaca Resort Mactan. The expanded luxury boutique hotel is set to be completed in 2024.
The 125-room all-suite accommodation featuring exclusively panoramic ocean views is envisioned to fill the gap for luxury resorts catering to global travelers in Cebu’s thriving tourism scene in preparation for international mobility. It will rise 17-stories high on a 4,500 sqm. property formerly occupied by the multi-awarded Abaca Boutique Resort in Punta Engano, Lapu-Lapu City, a tourism growth center.
CLI purchased the property in 2019 and has signed up The Abaca Group to continue operating the hotel and providing luxury experiences tailored for local and global tourists. To design the resort and infuse it with a unique sense of place sought by an emerging breed of high-end travelers, CLI tapped internationally renowned architectural firm Büro Ole Scheeren whose projects won numerous awards globally. Some of their notable work are CTBUH Urban Habitat Award 2020 Winner DUO in Singapore, the World Building of the Year 2015 The Interlace in Singapore, and MahaNakhon Tower in Bangkok, a mixed-use high-rise development that upends the conventional typology of the skyscraper. The resort’s design is also locally supported by the Philippines’ leading architectural firm AIDEA.
Abaca Resort Mactan is CLI’s first resort development and will feature a timeless Sky Villas concept to serve as the platform for memorable getaways. Each room will offer the luxury of space and will range from 40-50 sqm for the Oceanfront Suites, and up to 105 sqm for the Sky Villas which will have its own one-of-a-kind floating infinity pools that will be offered in both 1 and 2 bedrooms.
Aside from its awe-inspiring architecture, the resort will feature a luxurious infinity pool, an elevated cascading plunge pool, 360-degree roofdeck bar, a private beach and panoramic ocean views. These will be enhanced by a gym and spa, kids center and function rooms for events.
Abaca Resort Mactan will also be distinguished by culinary offerings that have won for The Abaca Group a loyal following in highly cosmopolitan Cebu. The resort will have three outlets, offering new food and beverage concepts for the resort – a live-fire Asian concept on the main level, a new normal, all-day dining format and fantastic banquet facilities that can seat over 200 persons. Abaca restaurant will return and have a new home on the impressive rooftop with panoramic views of both the city and the sea.
“We have always wanted to contribute towards making Cebu a thriving economic and tourism destination,” according to CLI chairman and CEO Jose Soberano III. “Abaca Resort Mactan will put Cebu on the radar of this emerging breed of global travelers seeking world-class, authentic and unique holiday experience.”
The Abaca Group’s Founder, Managing Partner and Executive Chef Jason Hyatt says, “as one of the country’s preeminent developers, we are honored that CLI has chosen to partner with us once again through their hospitality arm. Being added to their portfolio of established global brands like Accor, Radisson and Ascott is so inspiring.”
Following the opening of the new Abaca Resort Mactan in 2024, Cebu Landmasters targets expanding its hotel portfolio to 1,433 rooms by 2025. This is in line with CLI’s strategy to build-up its recurring business contributing 10% to the company’s topline.
“We see tourism in the Visayas and Mindanao driving the economy once global mobility is restored,” according to Soberano. With direct flight connections all over the world, Cebu will be the natural gateway to the Philippines for many travelers seeking to enjoy the country’s world-acclaimed beaches and other attractions. “We will be ready for that boom.”
Starting August 1, 2021, upon appeal to the National Government’s initial recommendation, the Province of Cebu has been placed under General Community Quarantine (GCQ) with heightened restrictions from the previous MGCQ status.
The Cebu Province covers all the cities and towns in Cebu outside the tri-cities — Cebu City, Mandaue City, and Lapu-Lapu City. Moreover, the Cebu tri-cities are placed under the stricter MECQ status.
Below are the new GCQ guidelines effective until August 15, 2021:
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 August 1, 2021.
Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 850 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 224 new recoveries, and 20 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 68,007, while the active cases increased to 8,182 (from 7,576).
Breakdown of cases:
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 30,164 (+415 new) – Total recoveries: 26,289 (+150 new) – Total deaths: 933 (+11 new) – Active cases: 2,942
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 8,680 (+100 new) – Total recoveries: 7,299 (+42 new) – Total deaths: 196 (+3 new) – Active cases: 1,185
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 8,226 (+74 new) – Total recoveries: 6,964 (+16 new) – Total deaths: 244 (+1 new) – Active cases: 1,018
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 20,937 (+261 new) – Total recoveries: 17,023 (+16 new) – Total deaths: 877 (+5 new) – Active cases: 3,037
Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 8,182 (from 7,576)
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 68,007 (+850 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 57,575 (+224 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 2,250 (+20 new*)
A total of 3,892 laboratory results were released for 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.
The construction of the Camotes Airport in the town of San Francisco would be starting soon.
This was announced after the national government released the initial budget for the airport. According to the local officials, a budget of P265 million has already been released.
Funds have already been downloaded from the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) to the Department of Transportation (DOTr), according to Cebu 5th District Rep. Duke Frasco.
This is because to be able to establish Cebu’s third domestic airport, DOTr will be its lead agency.
Last year, a request was sent to Malacañang to assist the local officials with the budget. According to Frasco, this budget is for a 27-hectare Camotes Airport.
“Pagka June, nalipay kay ko kay I received another message from the Office of Sen. Bong Go and the Office of the President that na release na ang budget for the airport from DBM to DOTr,” he explained.
However, it was mentioned by Frasco that the P265 million was just an initial allocation. They are still hoping for additional funds for its success.
“So Phase 1 pa lang ni (P265 million). Hopefully naa na tay additional budget next year,” Frasco said.
Instead of spending hours to reach the lovely island of Camotes, once the airport is done and operational, travel time would only be more or less 30 minutes.
On Saturday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of July 31, 2021.
Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 684 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 271 new recoveries, and 18 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 67,157, while the active cases increased to 7,576 (from 7,184).
Breakdown of cases:
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 29,749 (+297 new) – Total recoveries: 26,139 (+96 new) – Total deaths: 922 (+6 new) – Active cases: 2,688
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 8,580 (+87 new) – Total recoveries: 7,257 (+115 new) – Total deaths: 193 (+6 new) – Active cases: 1,130
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 8,152 (+56 new) – Total recoveries: 6,948 (+5 new) – Total deaths: 243 (+0 new) – Active cases: 961
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 20,676 (+244 new) – Total recoveries: 17,007 (+55 new) – Total deaths: 872 (+6 new) – Active cases: 2,797
Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 7,576 (from 7,184)
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 67,157 (+684 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 57,351 (+271 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 2,230 (+18 new*)
A total of 5,276 laboratory results were released for 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.
Due to the alarming rise of the number of COVID-19 cases, the entire island of Cebu — Cebu City, Cebu Province, Lapu-Lapu City, and Mandaue City — will be placed under modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ) starting August 1 to 15, 2021.
As it has been a while that Cebu is placed under MGCQ, we might need to familiarize ourselves with a lot of restrictions again.
With Cebu City Acting Mayor Rama and other city officials still set to release an Executive Order (EO) on the MECQ anytime soon, the national government via the IATF has cited the May 2021 guidelines to give us a heads up on the upcoming changes.
Curfew
Only authorized persons outside of residence are exempted from the curfew and we will probably have uniform curfew hours as all of Cebu is under one quarantine restriction. Cebu city currently has the curfew 10pm-4am
General Movement
Our room for movement will be greatly decreased as strict home quarantine shall be observed by everyone. Travel should only be for accessing essential goods and services, and for work in permitted establishments.
Persons under 18 years old and above 65 years old, those with comorbidities, pregnant women and those with immunodeficiencies is expected to always stay at home except for obtaining essential goods and services or for work.
Gatherings
There will be no mass and social gathering even those inside the house that involve multiple households converging in one.
Religious gatherings are only up to 10 to 30 percent capacity
Wakes and burials can only be attended by the immediate family
Open-air restaurants are only for dine-in customers, or just take-out while alfresco dining is permitted up to 50 percent capacity.
Government
Fully operational with a skeleton workforce. This is with the exceptions of essential for the provision of health services, government services, and government services.
Transportation
Road, rail, maritime, and aviation sectors of public transportation at such capacity and protocols in accordance with guidelines issued by the Department of Transportation (DOTr)
This means that public transport such as jeepneys, buses, taxis, and others are still allowed to operate subject to a 50 percent maximum capacity or depending on the DOTr.
Public transportation will remain limited to authorized persons outside of residence during the imposition of MECQ.
Exercise
Allowed under general area of their residence. Individual outdoor exercises while wearing face masks are allowed within the barangay or village.
Businesses allowed to operate (at half capacity)
Media establishments
Dental, rehabilitation, optometry and other medical clinics
Veterinary clinics
Banks, pawnshops, money transfer services & capital markets
Water supply, janitorial/sanitation services & energy sector
Telecommunication companies, internet service provider & cable television provider
Airline and aircraft maintenance & aviation schools
Shipyard operations
Lotteries will be open with limited capacity
Hotels or accommodation establishments are allowed to have guests and clients for legitimate purposes under a state of public health emergency.
Prohibited from operating
Entertainment venues such as theaters;
Recreational activities such as internet cafes and arcades
Amusement parks & indoor and outdoor sports courts
Gyms, spas, and swimming pools;
Outdoor tourist attractions
Indoor tourist attractions such as libraries and museums
Border restrictions and access will be primarily for the purpose of checking that there will be no people under 18 years old and above 60 years old going out.
This decision to tighten quarantine restrictions was not made lightly, let us all follow the guidelines and remain safe and healthy for ourselves and for everyone else. Let us all help out by staying at home as much as possible.
This line is how you hook Cebuanos to a buffet. Yes, you heard it right our favorite buffet resto, Seafood Paradise have opened another branch in SM City Cebu. Now, every mall visit can be a buffet celebration as they serve everything here, and when I say everything, I mean everything without limit.
Seafood and More
A seafood paradise indeedfor they offer variations of seafood dishes served in different stations. The mouthwatering sight of all the fresh seafood at your disposal will definitely wake up your appetite.
They also have mixed seafoods like crabs, shrimps and scallops cooked and oozing with all your favorite sauce such as cajun sauce and white garlic sauce.
Aside from the abundance of seafood, they also serve chicken and pork viand, barbeque, ramen, pasta, and Cebu’s pride, local-made desserts such as puto maya, ube maja, crinkles, biscuit, hopia, and many more. All these with just P399.
With Over 25+ dishes to choose from, you’ll have all your cravings satisfied, you just have to make sure you’ll have room for all of them in your stomach.
Here are all the dishes served:
Unlimited Seafoods
Seashells and Seaweeds
Chicken & Pork Meat
Shrimps & Oysters
Blue Crabs in White Sauce
Baked Scallops & Baked Tahong
Kinilaw
Local and Native Delicacies for Desserts
TUNA Sashimi & Japanese Ramen
Lechon On Weekends
Ultimately, my palate was hooked by their creamylicious and sought-after Blue Crabs in White Sauce, their Kinilaw and chicken intestine paired with its delectable sauce. But that’s just in one sitting because there was definitely a 2nd plate, a 3rd and even a 4th.
One unique feature of this buffet restaurant is its resident chef on a special corner for fish meat cutting and other requests (limited only).
Boodle sa Bilao Series
They also have alacarte dishes and boodle sa bilao series if you’d want to order them.
They have the island vibes to a T with painted sea views and elegant decorations surrounding you. They have also brought their signature barrio fiesta feels by their bahay kubo stations and people just eating in abundance and smiles. So what are you waiting for? Visit Seafood paradise and experience a filling of the most delicious dishes.
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First 100 Customers will be given a 10% coupon + Free Flow of Ice Cream and a Live band to Serenade You.
