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Cebu logs 257 new cases on July 19

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Cebu logs 257 new cases on July 19

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 July 19, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 257 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 113 new recoveries, and 7 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 60,473, while the active cases dropped to 3,801 (from 4,463).

Breakdown of cases:

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 27,424 (+120 new)
– Total recoveries: 25,049 (+76 new)
– Total deaths: 891 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 1,484

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 7,578 (+38 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,797 (+5 new)
– Total deaths: 175 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 606

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 7,413 (+31 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,718 (+20 new)
– Total deaths: 234 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 461

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 18,058 (+68 new)
– Total recoveries: 16,016 (+12 new)
– Total deaths: 792 (+7 new)
– Active cases: 1,250

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

  • Total Active Cases in Cebu: 3,801 (from 4,463)
  • Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 60,473 (+257 new)
  • Total Recoveries in Cebu: 54,580 (+113 new)
  • Total Deaths in Cebu: 2,092 (+7 new*)

A total of 2,152 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.

DOH-7 Full Report (Central Visayas):

Now Accepting: CHED Scholarship Applications in Cebu SY 2021-2022

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Now Accepting: CHED Scholarship Applications in Cebu SY 2021-2022

As the back-to-school season is coming, here is some good news for all the students.

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) is now accepting applications for CHED Scholarship Programs (CSPs) for the school year 2021-2022.

Photo from Commission on Higher Education(CHED) Facebook Page

It is common knowledge that a lot of Philippine students are scholars may it be by the government or private sectors. And CHED have been doing this program for quite a long time and have helped students each year to increase their research efforts and achieve higher goals of educational life.

A scholarship that would provide assistance to students who are deserving but are financially incapable to meet the demands of school dues and expenses.

The application for eligible students is from 1st July 2020 to 15st August 2021. Here are the requirements and details according to CHED:

Qualifications

  • Filipino citizenship and attain 85% marks to get qualified for it.
  • The net income of guardian should not cross P400,000
    • Otherwise (1) he/she must provide medical certificate (if any illness); (2) the school certificate of two or more dependents.
  • Certifications or identity cards issued by their respective offices – for special applicants (disable persons, solo parents, or with more dependents)

Requirements

  • Verified birth certificate
  • Report card of last school education (freshmen are preferred)
  • Any single income or financial proof document

Responsibilities

  • Full scholars- Maintain educational performance percentage of 85%
  • Half scholars- Maintain educational performance percentage of 80%
  • Carry on regular courses or research loads as provided by Higher Education Institutions (HEIs)
  • Complete the degree within the mentioned time frame
  • Scholar must have written proof of respective CHEDRO in case of any transfer to the other HEIs

Monetary Support

  • Private Universities
    • Full scholars- P60,000/ year (P40,000 stipend and P20,000 tuition)
    • Half scholars- P30,000/ year (P20,000 stipend and P10,000 tuition)
  • Government Universities
    • Full scholars- P40,000/ year
    • Half scholars- P20,000/ year

For the CHED Scholarship 2021 complete guide, your eligibility, other requirements and application procedure, you can visit their official website.

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Where to find the BEST ‘Bibingka’ according to the Cebuanos

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Where to find the BEST ‘Bibingka’ according to the Cebuanos

A dish associated to Christmas, bibingka is definitely a food that you can have all-year-round.

Bibingka, as known to many, is a soft, sweet rice cake with salted egg on top or cheese, slathered with butter, and sprinkled with coconut and a bit of sugar.

Photo from en.wikipedia.org

Since we are already half-way through the year, SugboPH did a poll on Facebook, asking netizens where their best bibingka experience was and we’ve got various answers from them.

From Owak in Asturias to Mandaue, they have made a buzz in the comments section. Cafe Laguna’s also made it there. I’m not sure, but have you tried Catmon’s, too? Because my friends have shared that Dalaguete’s is their favorite.

Photo by Lmar Solamo
Photo by Regine Cañete Villamejor
Photo by Lmar Solamo
Photo by Lmar Solamo
Photo by Lmar Solamo

Nevertheless, this only goes to prove that wherever you may be in Cebu, whether you be in the North or the South, you’ll get to taste your own best version of bibingka. At the end of the day, we all have different taste and preference. What might work for you might not work for others. What is important is we learn to share our thoughts so others can also try.

See you in your next bibingka trip!

Cebu logs 351 new cases on July 18

Ram Mancelita
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Cebu logs 351 new cases on July 18

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 July 18, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 351 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 140 new recoveries, and 1 new death. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 60,216, while the active cases increased to 4,463 (from 3,466).

Breakdown of cases:

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 27,304 (+118 new)
– Total recoveries: 24,973 (+66 new)
– Total deaths: 891 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 1,440

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 7,540 (+35 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,792 (+37 new)
– Total deaths: 175 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 573

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 7,382 (+35 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,699 (+19 new)
– Total deaths: 234 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 449

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 17,990 (+163 new)
– Total recoveries: 16,004 (+18 new)
– Total deaths: 785 (+1 new)
– Active cases: 1,201

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

  • Total Active Cases in Cebu: 4,463 (from 3,466)
  • Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 60,216 (+351 new)
  • Total Recoveries in Cebu: 54,468 (+140 new)
  • Total Deaths in Cebu: 2,085 (+1 new*)

A total of 2,516 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.

DOH-7 Full Report (Central Visayas):

Pocket of peace at Bayer’s Café Busay

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Pocket of peace at Bayer’s Café Busay

Fancy a relaxing hot cup of joe or refreshing bottle of milktea overlooking the mountains of Busay? How about a quiet night amidst the pine trees and under the stars? Find your peace and quiet at Bayer’s Café, Busay!

Located in Barangay Taptap along Transcentral Highway, Bayer’s Café elevates regular old food and drinks into satisfying meals with a unique and soothing experience. The café serves affordable all-day breakfast, snacks, and drinks with views of the mountains and the open sky. Bayer’s also serves guests specialty milktea prepared by Teatricha every Sunday from 11AM to 5PM.

Photo from Teatricha
Photo from Teatricha
Photo by 샤사기회
Photo from Bayer’s Cafe Facebook Page
Photo by Elle Chir
Photo from Bayer’s Cafe Facebook Page

Get yourself a quiet corner in their dining area and savor the vistas. Gaze at the rolling hills and sloping mountains of Busay with Cebu City far in the distance – far enough to make you forget your deadlines and deliverables! Bask under the sun while you stroll along the beautiful sunflowers, the lush pine trees, and the colorful flowering bushes.

Get lost in the pocket of peace in nature’s cradle that is Bayer’s Café.

Photo by Marsh Piezas Villamor
Photo by Elle Chir
Photo from Bayer’s Cafe Facebook Page
Photo from Bayer’s Cafe Facebook Page
Photo by Elle Chir
Photo by 샤사기회
Photo from Bayer’s Cafe Facebook Page
Photo by Elle Chir
Photo by Elle Chir

After you settle in and spend some time with nature, go for a cool dip into their swimming pool. Their pool is located right beside their dining area, and is situated in the middle of towering trees and many other plant life. The setting will make you think you’re right in the middle of a spring!

If you’d like to spend more time in this retreat, you can book an overnight stay in one of their Bamboo Rooms. The simple, yet cozy rooms come equipped with a queen-sized bed and a fully-functional toilet and bath. If you’re in the mood to be outdoors, they accommodate campers with a camping area and tent rentals.

Photo from Bayer’s Cafe Facebook Page
Photo from Bayer’s Cafe Facebook Page
Photo from Bayer’s Cafe Facebook Page
Photo from Bayer’s Cafe Facebook Page
Photo from Bayer’s Cafe Facebook Page

Bayer’s Café accepts both walk-ins and reservations. Here is the full list of their amenities:

  • All Day Breakfast
  • Milktea
  • Swimming Pool
  • Viewing Deck
  • Flower Garden
  • Campsite and Rooms for rent
  • Spacious Parking Area

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Day use:

  • Open hours: 9AM to 5PM
  • Entrance fee: ₱25 per person
  • Swimming fee: ₱100 per person
  • Bamboo Room: ₱600, 4 hours, good for 2 persons
    • ₱100 per extra hour
  • Exclusive day use: ₱3,000
    • Mondays to Fridays only
    • Good for 30 persons
    • ₱50 charge for each extra person
    • Swimming not included

ROOMS:

  • Bamboo Room:
    • ₱1000 per night, good for 2 to 4 persons
    • Check-in at 3PM, check-out at 11AM
    • Extra hour: ₱100
    • Extra person: ₱250
  • Campsite:
    • ₱200 per head, bring your own tent
    • ₱250 optional tent rentals

Menu:

Photo from Bayer’s Cafe Facebook Page

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Bayer’s Café, Transcentral Highway, Barangay Taptap, Cebu City, Philippines – 40 to 60 minutes from the center of Cebu City.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Bayer’s Cafe” in Cebu City. Parking is available.

Eat-All-You-Can Seafood for P199 at Juan Seafood House

Marel Baluyos
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Eat-All-You-Can Seafood for P199 at Juan Seafood House

Remember the famous answer in miss universe “I would eat everything in the world. I would eat everything twice.”?

Well, brace yourself people of Carmen for Juan Seafood will open its buffet restaurant that will cure all of your cravings from seafoods to meat and to vegetables.

Photo by Bi Ng Kai

The trending Juan’s Seafood House made its name by giving their customers everything and I mean you can eat almost everything here, UNLILITED. For only P199, you’ll have an unlimited buffet of seafood, meat, veggies and all your favorite Filipino dishes. Plus, to make sure you won’t regret the dining experience, an unlimited side dishes and desserts.

Unlimited eat all u can inclusions:

  • Unlimited Seafoods
  • Unlimited Samgyupsal
  • Unlimited Potaheng Pinoy

Cook all you want and eat all you can offers you with more than 20 dishes for you to choose from. There will be shrimps, pork, hotdog, ham, fries, veggies, crabs, scallops, lumpia and other delicious Filipino food.

You can mix and match everything you want to eat and cook. The menu may also change from time to time to give each diner a different food experience.

Don’t let this opportunity pass and get your stomachs ready for the buffet of your dreams.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Rates:

  • Adults – P199
  • Children ages 4-9years old (Half)- P99.50
  • Senior citizen and PWD (20% discount) – P159.20)
  • Birthday Celebrant -FREE (given that he/she is accompanied by 10 paying adult)

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Brgy. Dawis Norte, Carmen (near Dawis Norte chapel and across Dawis Norte Brgy hall)– approx. 2-2.5 hours away from the city.

BY BUS: From the North Bus Terminal. Look for the one heading to Carmen, and ask the driver or conductor to drop you off at Juan Seafood House in Dawis Norte since it is just along the highway. The place is new but some drivers and conductors will be familiar of the place.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Juan Seafood House” in Carmen. Parking space is available.

Cebu logs 496 new cases on July 17

Ram Mancelita
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Cebu logs 496 new cases on July 17

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 17, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 496 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 91 new recoveries, and 1 new death. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 59,865, while the active cases increased to 3,466 (from 3,060).

Breakdown of cases:

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 27,186 (+196 new)
– Total recoveries: 24,906 (+45 new)
– Total deaths: 891 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 1,389

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 7,505 (+78 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,755 (+10 new)
– Total deaths: 175 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 575

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 7,347 (+61 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,680 (+9 new)
– Total deaths: 234 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 433

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 17,827 (+161 new)
– Total recoveries: 15,974 (+27 new)
– Total deaths: 784 (+1 new)
– Active cases: 1,069

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

  • Total Active Cases in Cebu: 3,466 (from 3,060)
  • Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 59,865 (+496 new)
  • Total Recoveries in Cebu: 54,315 (+91 new)
  • Total Deaths in Cebu: 2,084 (+1 new*)

A total of 5,134 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.

DOH-7 Full Report (Central Visayas):

Eat, drink, and chill at Garahe in Busay

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Eat, drink, and chill at Garahe in Busay

Looking for a scenic place to eat at for a quick brunch, a date, or a get together with friends? Head up to the newly-opened Garahe in Busay! Right along Transcentral Highway and just a little after the street going up to Mountain View, it’s just a short drive from the city!

Garahe Busay is an all-day breakfast, café, and tambayan serving up delicious food – from Cebuano pamahaw selects, to burgers, sandwiches, and all kinds of Western paboritos.

The hillside café offers open-air dining with a scenic view of the hills of Busay. Their dining area hangs over a sloping hill, and is surrounded by luxuriant trees. The fresh air and the captivating backdrop make for a one-of-a-kind dining atmosphere and enhance their already mouthwatering food.

Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero

Speaking of food, Garahe prepares a wide variety of meals, snacks, and drinks for all kinds of diners for all occasions.

Perhaps you’d like some sweet pancakes or a salty and savory breakfast meal start your day, or maybe you’d like a delectable pasta dish or an order of crispy pata to share with friends and family. There’s something for everyone and every occasion!

Coffee lovers and sweet-tooths, in particular, will have a great time choosing from Garahe’s cakes, fruit juices, shakes, coffees, and frappes.

Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo from Garahe Busay Facebook Page
Photo by Irene Kaye Catubig
Photo by Irene Kaye Catubig
Photo by Irene Kaye Catubig

Garahe is open from morning until evening, giving guests and diners a wide time window to visit, as well as plenty of time to unwind and chill. Make sure to catch their acoustic nights on Fridays and Saturdays!

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Menu:

Photo from Garahe Busay Facebook Page
Photo from Garahe Busay Facebook Page

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Sitio Garahe, Brgy. Busay, Cebu Transcentral Highway, Cebu City – 30 minutes from the center of Cebu City.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Food Spot & Tambayan (Garahe Busay)” in Cebu City.

Cebu logs 219 new cases on July 16

Ram Mancelita
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Cebu logs 219 new cases on July 16

On Friday 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 16, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 219 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 168 new recoveries, and 7 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 59,369, while the active cases increased to 3,060 (from 3,017).

Breakdown of cases:

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 26,990 (+85 new)
– Total recoveries: 24,861 (+69 new)
– Total deaths: 891 (+1 new)
– Active cases: 1,238

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 7,427 (+23 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,747 (+30 new)
– Total deaths: 175 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 505

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 7,286 (+38 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,671 (+9 new)
– Total deaths: 234 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 381

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 17,666 (+73 new)
– Total recoveries: 15,947 (+60 new)
– Total deaths: 783 (+6 new)
– Active cases: 936

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

  • Total Active Cases in Cebu: 3,060 (from 3,017)
  • Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 59,369 (+219 new)
  • Total Recoveries in Cebu: 54,226 (+168 new)
  • Total Deaths in Cebu: 2,083 (+7 new*)

A total of 4,197 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.

DOH-7 Full Report (Central Visayas):

Vaccines that are accepted by specific countries when traveling

Marel Baluyos
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Vaccines that are accepted by specific countries when traveling

More and more people are now vaccinated and thousands are waiting for their scheduled COVID-19 vaccine shots. The great next question is “Is the vaccine you had recognized?”

Yes, the world is now beginning to relax travel restrictions and making new requirements taking into consideration the vaccinated persons but several different countries have also released their own specific list of recognized vaccines.

Some countries even have a no entry policy for certain vaccine brands, such as Chinese-made Sinovac, which comprises the bulk of the Philippines’ vaccine supply.

This is one of those times where brand matters.

No worries for we have here a list of all COVID-19 vaccines recognized in specific countries and vaccines that are not allowed to enter them as of writing.

Europe

All vaccines approved by World Health Organization are recognized.

(Info from European Union Delegation)

  • Pfizer-BioNTech
  • AstraZeneca
  • Moderna
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Sinovac
  • Sinopharm

Canada

Recognized vaccines for eligible travelers.

  • Pfizer-BioNTech
  • AstraZeneca
  • Moderna
  • Johnson & Johnson

Note: Departure at least 14 days after last dose

NOT accepted vaccines in Canada:

  • Bharat Biotech
  • Cansino
  • Gamaleya
  • Sinopharm
  • Sinovac
  • Vector Institute
  • Others

Thailand (Phuket)

Vaccines registered with Thailand Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or approved by the WHO are recognized.

  • Pfizer-BioNTech
  • AstraZeneca
  • Moderna
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Sinovac
  • Sinopharm

Kuwait

Recognized vaccines for non-Kuwaitis.

(w/ valid residency permit starting August 1)

  • Pfizer-BioNTech
  • Moderna
  • AstraZeneca
  • Johnson & Johnson

Saudi Arabia

Recognized vaccines for inbound travelers.

(Info from Philippine Airlines and Saudia Airlines)

  • Pfizer-BioNTech
  • AstraZeneca
  • Moderna
  • Johnson & Johnson

Can enter but will undergo quarantine:

  • Sinovac

Note: Departure at least 14 days after last dose

Qatar

Recognized vaccines for inbound travelers.

(Info from Philippine embassy in Doha)

  • Pfizer-BioNTech
  • AstraZeneca
  • Moderna
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Sinopharm (“conditionally approved”)

Can enter but will undergo RT-PCR test and quarantine:

  • All other vaccines.

These are just a few of the countries which require certain vaccine brands for now. No worries, the others don’t have these specifications. They just have the usual protocols of negative COVID-19 test results and quarantine periods.

This article will be updated as changes and list expansion may occur in the future.

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