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Delicious Premium Aged Meat at Yukga Korean BBQ in IT Park

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Delicious Premium Aged Meat at Yukga Korean BBQ in IT Park

Just as we think our Korean BBQ experience can’t upgrade anymore. A new restaurant challenges the game with their state-of-the-art grilling process, premium products and top-notch services.

As we now have the tradition of Samgyup nights, Yukga Korean BBQ in Cebu IT Park should be in that list of a must-visit. This Korean BBQ restaurant not only offers delicious meals and high-quality grilled meat but also a never-ending serve of side dishes.

Delicious Premium Meat & Drinks

Yukga Korean BBQ only serves quality meat exported from outside the country. Those famous Korean beef and top-quality meat we have always heard and talked about in food vlogs and Kdramas are just a few rides away.

Their Premium age meat produces incredibly tasty flavor and are served however you want, may it be as boneless beef/pork, beef rib eye roll, pork jowls and many more. All the grilled meat are tender and juicy as they put adequate water under the grill to equalize the heat of the meat.

Of course, grilled meat will never be complete without drinks. They offer various liquors to chill out like soju, makgeolli/rice wine and some local faves.

Cast Iron Grill & Hands-on services

Yukga Korean BBQ is the first in Cebu that uses a cast iron grill purely made with iron which prevents the meat from sticking to the pan which is a common problem in grilling meat. It is also dense enough to imprint their signature mark on the top and bottom layer of the meat during the grilling process.

If you’ve ever felt tired of doing the grilling on one of those BBQ nights then no worries for the staffs of Yukga are the ones who will cook the food in front of you, presenting to us diners how it is properly done.

VIP Rooms & Delivery

If you need a little privacy for events and celebrations, they have VIP rooms that can accommodate 8 to 16 persons. They also have a smoking area that can be ventilated anytime should you feel the need to smoke.

Feeling like not going out won’t be a problem either for Yukga Korean Bbq is open for orders via Maxim and pick up. The customers can opt whether to cook the meat or keep it raw upon delivery.

A little side note, you can also visit Yukga’s sister company, Machang Korean Premium Meat Grill which specializes in beef and pork intestines located at The Space AS Fortuna.

It is a step to the next level on our gastronomic experience so feel free to drop by this new restaurant for that hearty meal you deserve.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Menu:

Photo from Yukga Korean BBQ Facebook Page
Photo from Yukga Korean BBQ Facebook Page
Photo from Yukga Korean BBQ Facebook Page
Photo from Yukga Korean BBQ Facebook Page
Photo from Yukga Korean BBQ Facebook Page

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: #11 Garden Row Ayala Mall Central Bloc, IT Park, Cebu City (near 10 Dove Street and A Little Tea)

BY BUS: Ride any beep or bus going to Cebu IT Park and ask the driver to drop you off at The Walk or Garden Row.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Yukga Korean BBQ” in IT Park. Parking space is available.

All jeepney routes in Cebu City now reopened

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All jeepney routes in Cebu City now reopened

The streets of Cebu will be busy again as Mayor Labella issues the Executive Order No. 131 opening all jeepney routes in Cebu City, effective today, May 27, 2021.

“An order amending Executive Order No. 102, Series of 2020, titled ‘An order establishing the Balik Pasada Program for traditional Public Utility Jeepneys (TPUJS) and providing guidelines thereto as amended by Executive Order No.122, Series of 2021.”

Photo by 鍵山満弥

This decision was made with the Cebu City Jeepney Task Force, agencies, The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) VII and other relevant enforcement hoping to address the increasing need for public transportation.

TPUJS can be allowed after applying to the “Balik Pasada Program” of Cebu City through the Jeepney Task Force headed by Councilor James Cuenco.

Cebu City Transportation Office & Cebu City Jeepney Task Force tasks:

  • Approval of TPUJ applications
  • Issuance of TPUJ permits
  • Issuance of TPUJ ID’s
  • Operation & Evaluation of all approved TPUJ
  • Compliance monitoring and Enforcement of minimum health standards on all TPUJs

Consequence to not following minimum health standard in TPUJ’s:

  • Confiscation of Balik Pasada TPUJ Driver’s ID
  • Confiscation of Balik Pasada Permit
  • Revocation of permits under Cebu City Jeepney Task Force

Though it is a good thing to have more available transportation for us commuters, we should always adhere to follow the minimum health protocols during this pandemic and be safe.

Cebu logs 64 new cases on May 27

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Cebu logs 64 new cases on May 27

On Thursday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of May 27, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 64 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 33 new recoveries, and 1 new death. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 52,779, while the active cases increased to 1,324 (from 1,294).

Breakdown of cases:

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 24,246 (+29 new)
– Total recoveries: 22,906 (+12 new)
– Total deaths: 864 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 476

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 6,463 (+5 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,115 (+0 new)
– Total deaths: 170 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 178

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 6,588 (+8 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,196 (+8 new)
– Total deaths: 222 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 170

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 15,482 (+22 new)
– Total recoveries: 14,269 (+13 new)
– Total deaths: 713 (+1 new)
– Active cases: 500

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

  • Total Active Cases in Cebu: 1,324
  • Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 52,779 (+64 new)
  • Total Recoveries in Cebu: 49,486 (+33 new)
  • Total Deaths in Cebu: 1,969 (+1 new*)

A total of 3,114 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):

Where to watch ‘Friends: The Reunion’ in the Philippines

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Where to watch ‘Friends: The Reunion’ in the Philippines

Can we get any more excited?

The reunion of all reunions is finally here and it is all that we expected and more.

Filipino fans of the sitcom don’t even have to worry on where or how they could watch it for Friends: The reunion special can be streamed legally in the PH on HBO Go at the same time as the U.S. on Thursday, May 27 at 3:01 p.m. Another option is to watch it on TV when it airs on HBO at 9 p.m. on the same day.

Photo by Daryl Antenor

What makes this reunion special is that it is not just a continuation of the sitcom last aired 17 years ago but a whole unscripted variety show/sit-down that will let you laugh and warm your heart.

The Original Central Perk gang – Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry, and David Schwimmer will be back to their old home on the original Friends studio, Stage 24, on the Warner Bros. Studio lot in Burbank.

Photo Monique Quinz
Photo Monique Quinz

According to the trailers, the very famous trivia game of the show in the episode “The one with the embryos” will be reenacted but this time testing their trivia knowledge of the show for example: How many pages was Rachel’s letter to Ross?

They will also be revisiting key sets, re-reading their lines like our all time-favorite “My eyes! My Eyes!” by P as in Phoebe, H as in Hebe, O as in Obe, E as in Ebe, B as in Bebe and E as in “Ello there, mate!”.

The sit-down interview will be with James Corden in front of a live audience where the decade-long debate for “were they on a break” is finally brought to the table for the gang. Ready those tissues too because it will be emotional.

Also watch out for this list of stars celebrating with the Friends cast: 

  • David Beckham
  • Justin Bieber
  • BTS
  • James Corden
  • Cindy Crawford
  • Cara Delevingne
  • Lady Gaga
  • Elliott Gould
  • Kit Harington
  • Larry Hankin
  • Mindy Kaling
  • Thomas Lennon
  • Christina Pickles
  • Tom Selleck
  • James Michael Tyler
  • Maggie Wheeler
  • Reese Witherspoon
  • Malala Yousafzai

Shang-Chi & The Legend of the Ten Rings: What to Know About This Upcoming MCU Movie

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Shang-Chi & The Legend of the Ten Rings: What to Know About This Upcoming MCU Movie

The fourth phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is here and it is here to stay. Geeks and fans of the franchise are excited about all of the upcoming movies, such as the introduction of new heroes into the cinematic universe. Now, one of the closest movies coming to theaters is Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, which will come out on September 3.

Many people are pumped up and hyped for the debut of this character. However, for many others who are not really into the Marvel franchise before the MCU, Shang-Chi is not that well-known compared to Spiderman, Captain America, Iron Man, or the Hulk.

Photo from Shang-Chi Facebook Page

If you are one of those people, there is no need to worry. Here are a few things there is to know about to set your expectations for the upcoming film.

Who is Shang-Chi?

Photo from en.wikipedia.org

Shang-Chi is a master of the Kung Fu arts similar to that of Bruce Lee. In fact, it is said that the rise of Kung Fu movies back in the day was the inspiration to make a Marvel hero based around the concept. In the comics, he has been battling foes who threatened the safety of the Earth and has joined in many hero alliances such as the Marvel Knights, Secret Avengers, and the Avengers itself. In this movie, his father is the Mandarin.

Who is the Mandarin?

Although the Mandarin was introduced in Iron Man 3, it was revealed to be a fake act by some random person and everyone went nuts. This time, we are introduced to the actual Mandarin. He is a villain in the Marvel franchise and in the MCU, he runs a terrorist organization known as the Ten Rings. In fact, it was actually the Ten Rings who kidnapped Tony Stark in the first Iron Man movie.

The Mandarin is a powerful entity because of his possession of the ten rings.

What are the ten rings?

Photo from Shang-Chi Facebook Page

The ten rings are pieces of accessories that hold a variety of immense powers each having unique abilities. In the comics, these are the souls of ancient warriors. The ten rings consist of: Remaker; Influence; Spin; Spectral; Nightbearer; Zero; The Liar; Lightning; Incandescence; and Daimonic. The powers of all of these rings have varied from time to time but stay the same in essence. They are explained in the pictures above.

Cebu logs 119 new cases on May 26

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Cebu logs 119 new cases on May 26

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 May 26, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 119 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 77 new recoveries, and 0 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 52,715, while the active cases increased to 1,294 (from 1,252).

Breakdown of cases:

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 24,217 (+43 new)
– Total recoveries: 22,894 (+30 new)
– Total deaths: 864 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 459

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 6,458 (+16 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,115 (+8 new)
– Total deaths: 170 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 173

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 6,580 (+11 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,188 (+15 new)
– Total deaths: 222 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 170

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 15,460 (+49 new)
– Total recoveries: 14,256 (+24 new)
– Total deaths: 712 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 492

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

  • Total Active Cases in Cebu: 1,294
  • Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 52,715 (+119 new)
  • Total Recoveries in Cebu: 49,453 (+77 new)
  • Total Deaths in Cebu: 1,968 (+0 new*)

A total of 3,683 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):

Toon City, Animators of Popular Disney Shows, To Enter Cebu

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Toon City, Animators of Popular Disney Shows, To Enter Cebu

Growing up, you have probably watched or at least heard of the beloved Disney show classics such as Kim Possible, Ducktales, Hercules, The Legend of Tarzan, etc. As it turns out, many of these shows were animated by an internationally well-known animation studio based in Manila. This animation studio is Toon City, and they are responsible of the many shows you have grown up with as a kid.

What is more surprising is that according to Roderico Rene de Guzman, vice president for Toon City and chief operations officer of Toon City Academy (TCA), they are considering opening in Cebu City. He stated that the animation industry can benefit immensely through developing the city as a major hub for the practice.

Photo from tooncityanimation.com
Photo from tooncityanimation.com
Photo from tooncityanimation.com

Toon City is looking for talented Cebuanos

With Toon City possibly opening up in Cebu City, de Guzman has offered talented artists in Cebu to join in on the team. He stated, “Toon City is looking for animators. There’s a lot of work, and we know for a fact that people in Cebu are very talented. And we would like to expand our reach by asking the young people of Cebu to join Toon City or Toon City Academy.”

Photo from Toon City Academy Facebook Page

Toon City is ranked 22nd best animation studio internationally, and one of its primary contractors is The Walt Disney Company along with Warner Bros. and Universal Studios. It is said that the Philippines is earning a lot through the animation industry, with revenues standing at $20 million to $30 million.

According to Juan Miguel del Rosario, president and chief executive officer of Toon City, the animation industry pays well and that jobs can be given to those who have not finished a four-year course. Salaries can vary between 24,000 to 100,000 a month.

He states that, “We believe in the creativity of the Cebuanos. We believe the talent (for animation) is in Cebu. We would like to share this opportunity for Cebu to shine in the field of animation because we believe in the creativity of the Cebuanos.”

Elegant and Exclusive stay at Villa Presito in Ronda

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Elegant and Exclusive stay at Villa Presito in Ronda

A whole villa just for you. An entire home away from home is what awaits you in Ronda, Cebu.

Villa Presito is an elegant villa with a spectacular view of the beach that is just perfect for a family vacation. With the sound of the waves, the wind and the spectacular natural views, it is the perfect getaway.

Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page

The exclusivity of the villa is just one of its charm for it’s designed to have the rustic homey feels with its wood structure and elegantly placed furniture. Here you can relax and read a book in the balconies, in the open space, along the beach and wherever you fancy. The villa is all yours.

The infinity pool is another charm entirely for it’s connected with the house itself and facing the sea. You can just wake up and just walk to have a dip in the pool.

Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada

Fully-Equipped Accommodations

The Villa offers 3 King size rooms and 1 Family room with 1 King size bed and 2 single beds. All rooms are air-conditioned, have their own bathrooms and toilet and most importantly opens to balconies.

You won’t have to worry about food for Villa Presito has a fully equipped kitchen complete with a refrigerator, oven, stovetops, microwaves and even a staff to maintain the cleanliness throughout the property. But if you’re up for some garden party, the villa’s garden is at your disposal together with their barbecue grills onsite.

Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada

There is also a Free WiFi in public areas so you won’t be completely cut off from work, school or the world.

Villa Presito’s calm atmosphere will help the family shake off the city’s stress and relax to your hearts content.

Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page
Photo from Villa Presito Facebook Page

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

ROOM RATES:

  • Check-in: 2PM; Check out: 11AM
  • Villa Rent: P32,00-P35,000 (depending on dates)

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Santa Cruz Rd, Ronda, Southern Cebu– approx. 2 hours away from the city.

BY BUS: Find your way to the Cebu South Bus Terminal. Ride a bus that will pass by Ronda. You may ask the drivers which buses will pass by Ronda. Villa Presito is accessible by the main road along Kasadya Public Beach.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Villa Presito” in Ronda. Parking space is available.

Cebu logs 84 new cases on May 25

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Cebu logs 84 new cases on May 25

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 May 25, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 84 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 92 new recoveries, and 3 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 52,597, while the active cases decreased to 1,252 (from 1,263).

Breakdown of cases:

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 24,175 (+25 new)
– Total recoveries: 22,864 (+34 new)
– Total deaths: 864 (+1 new)
– Active cases: 447

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 6,441 (+27 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,108 (+16 new)
– Total deaths: 170 (+1 new)
– Active cases: 163

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 6,569 (+6 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,173 (+7 new)
– Total deaths: 222 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 174

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 15,412 (+26 new)
– Total recoveries: 14,232 (+35 new)
– Total deaths: 712 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 468

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

  • Total Active Cases in Cebu: 1,252
  • Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 52,597 (+84 new)
  • Total Recoveries in Cebu: 49,377 (+92 new)
  • Total Deaths in Cebu: 1,968 (+3 new*)

A total of 2,987 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):

Cebuano Weapons Used During the Battle of Mactan

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Cebuano Weapons Used During the Battle of Mactan

The battle of Mactan was a historical event that took place on April 27, 1521. 500 years later, it is still very relevant. After all, it defined the Filipino spirit of stubbornness to oppose foreign colonizers. Despite the advance weaponry used by the Spaniards against the Cebuano natives, our ancestors still won in the end. Thus, we are looking at all the tools used by our Cebuano ancestors as weaponry that led to their victory.

Karakoa

Photo from aboutphilippines.org

A weapon is defined as a tool designed to inflict bodily harm or physical damage, and the karakoa definitely fits that description. The karakoa is a large warship used by the native Filipinos most notably the Visayans, and this was used to transport Humabon’s men towards the Battle of Mactan. It was designed to carry hundreds of warriors to sea, which was very important in an archipelago.

Kampilan

Photo from en.wikipedia.org

According to Antonio Pigafetta, the Italian scholar who documented the events of the battle, the 1,500 warriors of Lapulapu carried with them various weapons including the kampilan. Pigfetta described the weapon as a “large cutlass which resembled a scimitar, only being larger”. It is a single-edged sword typically wielded with two hands.

Bangkaw

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Another weapon noted by Pigafetta which was used by Lapulapu’s men were bamboo spears, which has been argued by historians to be the bangkaw. It is also called the sibat, and is a Filipino word for spear. It is widely agreed that these spears were made from fire-hardened rattan and tipped with metal heads.

Bows & Arrows

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Photo from en.wikipedia.org

The most obvious one to be on this list would be the bows and arrows used by Lapulapu’s men. After all, Magellan was said to be killed by a poison arrow during the Battle of Mactan. This long-ranged weaponry has been used worldwide yet it has significance in this battle because this is what ended Magellan to his death.

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