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8Flix & Chill: The New Go-To Unlimited Tuslob Buwa in Cebu City for P200

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Sugboanons just can’t resist from dipping into the tuslob-buwa indulgence especially now that the experience is taken to the next level by the newest tuslob-buwa hub in town.

8Flix & Chill in Cebu City is giving every tuslob-buwa patriot a boost of the famed and original Cebuano delicacy. It offers its guests with unlimited tuslob-buwa set and other mouth-watering street food pleasures.

Photo from 8FLIX Cebu City Facebook Page
Photo from 8FLIX Cebu City Facebook Page
Photo from 8FLIX Cebu City Facebook Page
Photo from 8FLIX Cebu City Facebook Page

Their tuslob-buwa set comes with ten (10) pieces of puso (hanging rice) and unlimited lamas. A set is good for two people (well, that’s if you’re settled already for just a set). And because this tuslob-buwa hub is committed to give everyone a one-stop-place for the other street food favorites, they also delight their customers with dynamite, stuffed eggs, siomai, longganisa, ginabot, chicken proven, ngohiong, and even iced candies.

Buwa Lamaw

More than that, they take pride in their innovative Cebu’s Buwa Lamaw – food-to-go bowl consisting of rice, boiled egg, siomai, and pig’s brain gravy (buwa) as toppings.

Photo from 8FLIX Cebu City Facebook Page
Photo from 8FLIX Cebu City Facebook Page
Photo from 8FLIX Cebu City Facebook Page

8Flix & Chill won’t just name their store as such without proving its truth. Living up to everyone’s expectations, the place provides everyone an al fresco dining. A local newspaper even described the place as “a simple and industrial look with comfortable seating.” This rings true to both branches – Talisay City and Cebu City branches.

Indeed, it’s a fresher take of the usual tuslob-buwa establishments that are jam-packed. Dense crowd, although a good sign that business is growing, can sometimes make the place a little noisier, hotter, and not any more conducive for a meal. At 8Flix & Chill, we are guaranteed of a relaxing place for dining. Its Talisay branch can accommodate up to 15 diners at the same time while its Cebu City branch can accommodate up to 30 customers with social distancing.

Photo from 8FLIX Cebu City Facebook Page
Photo from 8FLIX Cebu City Facebook Page
Photo from 8FLIX Cebu City Facebook Page
Photo from 8FLIX Cebu City Facebook Page

In a report, one of the founders said that she was inspired to share the taste of her grandmother’s version of tuslob buwa so she recreated it, leading her to open the first branch in Talisay.

For those who are unfamiliar with the food, tuslob-buwa is a popular Cebu street food that originated in Pasil area in Cebu City. The name roughly translates to “dip in bubbles,” a reference to how it is eaten. Diners dip pusô or hanging rice into the thick and bubbly froth and pop the salty, greasy pieces into their mouths.

It is made with pork liver and brain which get sauteed with garlic, shrimp paste, onions, and chili. It’s a fun go-to food destination with friends since it’s prepared on a stove right in the middle of the dining table. You can dive into this fast and flavorful meal when the mixture thickens into a bubbly stew.

Photo from 8FLIX Cebu City Facebook Page
Photo from 8FLIX Cebu City Facebook Page

For 8Flix Cebu City, they now accept pick-up and take-out orders. Just message them your orders so they can prepare it right away. You may book your own delivery service to pick them up.

Menu:

Photo from 8FLIX Cebu City Facebook Page
  • Unlimited Tuslob Buwa Set: P200
    • Good for 1-2 persons only
    • 3rd person will add Php50
    • Rate comes with 10pcs puso and unlimited lamas
  • Side Streetfood Pica2x
    • Stuffed Egg: P60 per 3 pcs
    • Dynamite: P65 per 3 pcs
    • Longganisa: P45 per 3 pcs
    • Siomai: P35 (fried) per 3 pcs; P30 (steamed) per 3 pcs
    • Proven: P25/serving
    • Ginabot: P35/serving
    • Ngohiong: P18/piece
    • Puso: P7/piece
  • Drinks
    • Coke/Royal/Sprite: P15/bottle
    • Water: P20/bottle
  • Dessert
    • Ice Candy: P20/stick

Other Information:

Branches:

  • Branch 1: BoxPark, Sangi Road, Tabubok (Beside 7/11)
  • Branch 2: The Parking Lot, Queensland Manor Condominium, Rahmann Street, Zapatera, Cebu City – near SPIANADA condo and Plaza Nouvelle

Cebu logs 364 new cases on March 19

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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 March 19, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 364 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 405 new recoveries, and 7 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 42,957, while the active cases decreased to 6,221 (from 6,265).

Breakdown of cases:

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 20,425 (+160 new)
– Total recoveries: 17,069 (+162 new)
– Total deaths: 776 (+1 new)
– Active cases: 2,580

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 5,203 (+70 new)
– Total recoveries: 3,973 (+51 new)
– Total deaths: 130 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 1,100

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 5,190 (+41 new)
– Total recoveries: 3,924 (+92 new)
– Total deaths: 197 (+1 new)
– Active cases: 1,069

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 12,139 (+93 new)
– Total recoveries: 10,148 (+100 new)
– Total deaths: 519 (+5 new)
– Active cases: 1,472

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

  • Total Active Cases in Cebu: 6,221
  • Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 42,957 (+364 new)
  • Total Recoveries in Cebu: 35,114 (+405 new)
  • Total Deaths in Cebu: 1,622 (+7 new*)

A total of 2,761 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):

2021 Guide: How to get your PAG-IBIG ID in Cebu

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It is quite hard to secure a place of your own right now in the Philippines especially in urban cities. Without the appropriate amount of money, you will have a hard time finding the perfect home for you.

Luckily, the Philippine government has its own entity that lets you store your money to increase it as time goes on as well as make loans for your housing needs. This is known as the Pagtutulungan sa Kinabukasan: Ikaw, Bangko, Industria at Gobyerno (PAG-IBIG) Fund.

The PAG-IBIG Fund is an important fund to be a member of. In fact, every Filipino is encouraged to join and be a member. It caters housing loans and financing with lower rates than regular banks, and is less likely to become bankrupt as it is supported by the government.

If you are interested in being a member, here is a step-by-step guide on how to become a member and avail a PAG-IBIG Membership ID (MID).

1. Visit the PAG-IBIG Fund’s Website

To start, you need a computer or a phone with access to internet. Next, go to the PAG-IBIG Fund’s website at https://www.pagibigfund.gov.ph/. You will be greeted by their homepage. Scroll down a little below the ‘Welcome to PAG-IBIG Fund’ title to find a side menu labeled ‘e-Services’ as shown in the picture.

Click on ‘Membership Registration’. This will lead you to the Online Membership Registration page. You will be greeted with a welcome to their system along with some additional instructions if you have problems in viewing the page. Click ‘Continue’.

2. Fill up the Application Form

After clicking ‘Continue’ during the last step, you are required to input your last name, first name, middle name, and date of birth. If you have no middle name, you can check the ‘No Middle Name’ checkbox to skip it. Then, enter the Captcha code in its field. If you have a hard time reading the code, you can click the “Can’t read? Try different words” to generate another one.

If successful, you are taken to a page with several tabs. Input the necessary fields marked with a red asterisk to continue to the next tab. You can go back and forth each tab by either clicking the ‘Back’ and ‘Next’ buttons or by clicking the tab you want to visit. However, you need to input the necessary fields of the current tab first before proceeding to the next one.

The tabs are: Member Info, Other Info, Address, Contacts, Heirs, Member Category, Emp. History, and Summary.

3. Submit your application

When finished inputting all of the necessary fields and reviewing that everything is correct, go to the ‘Summary’ tab and submit your application. Once successful, you will be redirected to the Successful Registration Page. You will be sent a Registration Tracking Number either through your email, phone message, or the website itself, as the application is processed.

Once you have your RTN, you can visit their MID number inquiry page, https://www.pagibigfundservices.com/virtualpagibig/MIDInquiry.aspx, to retrieve your MID.

Rates & Other Information

Necessary Fees:

  • There are no necessary fees to register as a member of the PAG-IBIG Fund, but you can deposit your cash in the fund to increase it.

Other Information:

PAGIBIG Branches in Cebu

  • Ayala – Cebu Business Park: Cebu Business Park, Cebu City — right across Ayala Center Cebu under the Ayala overpass near Parklane
  • Bogo City: Dolores Bldg. P. Rodriguez St, Bogo City, Cebu
  • Carcar City: G/F City Govt of Carcar, Poblacion, Carcar Cebu
  • Colon: 5th Flr Gaisano Capital South, Brgy. Kalubihan cor. Colon & Leon Kilat Sts., Cebu City, Cebu
  • Consolacion: 2/F, Government Services Express, SM City Consolacion,Consolacion, Cebu
  • Danao: 3rd floor, Cebu CFI Community Cooperative Building, Cebu North Nautical Highway, Danao City, Cebu
  • Mactan: 2/F Gaisano Mactan Island Mall Annex, Pajo, Lapulapu City, Cebu
  • Mandaue City: 3rd Floor, J. Center Mall, AS Fortuna St. Bakilid, Mandaue City, Cebu
  • Talisay City, Cebu: 2nd Flr, Gaisano Capital SRP, cor. SRP Highway & Laray, Talisay City, Cebu
  • Toledo City: G/F Prince Warehouse Club Toledo, S. Osmena St., Luray II, Toledo City, Cebu

Azienda Gracia: A Charming Camping Site Surrounded By Nature In Cebu City

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Be at one with nature in the lovely and rustic farm of Azienda Gracia.

Guests that stay in the rustic farm of Azienda Gracia are able to do more than just relax. Azienda Gracia teaches every guest how to live a sustainable life, depending fully on the bountiful root crops and fruit-bearing plants that are present in the surroundings. With verdant backgrounds filling the space everywhere you look, Azienda Gracia becomes a haven of relaxation while also providing a charming room for the guests to stay in.

Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page
Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page
Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page
Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page
Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page
Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page
Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page
Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page
Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page
Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page
Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page
Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page
Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page

The cottages are made from native materials to stick with the theme of nature and also to maintain the relaxing energy that the farm exudes. The numerous gardens nurturing the fresh ingredients for meals occupy the vicinity and adorn Azienda Gracia with the color green. This is definitely the perfect destination to recharge yourself and get away from the stressful city.

A few of the activities that guests may do are to watch a movie, light up a bonfire, play board games, or play some music using the instruments. If casual activities are already too common for your taste, then you will find it therapeutic to pick crops and ingredients for dinner from the farm. The freshly-picked ingredients that guests will gather from the farm can then be used for meals in their lovely kitchen. Guests may bring their own portable stove and cook outside or they can try and experience cooking with firewood. There are also in-house staff who can assist you with anything you might need during your stay.

Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page
Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page
Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page
Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page
Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page
Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page
Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page
Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page
Photo from Azienda Garcia Facebook Page

Be it with friends, family, loved ones, or just on your own, the refreshing and natural sights will definitely fill your heart with joy no matter what activity you do.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

BUNNYCHOW MENU:

  • Red rice with Camote
  • Rabbit Lechon/Adobo/Kaldereta/Lumpia
  • Duck Adobo with Gata
  • Manok Bisaya Tinola & Utan Bisaya/with Gata
  • Farm Fresh Dynamite
  • Seasonal Veggie Dishes upon request & Seasonal Fruits and Desserts
  • Kombucha and Kefir Drinks & Organic Green Smoothies
  • Corn/Rice Coffee & Cacao Sikwate

ROOM RATES:

  • Check-in: 1:00PM/Check-out: 11:00AM
  • Farm Treehouse: P3,500 per night, good for 2 persons w/ breakfast
    • Open living & Multi-purpose Hall
    • Kitchen & Dining
    • Shared toilet & Bath
    • P1,000 per additional person
    • Can accommodate up to 20 persons
  • Campsite and Hammock Area: P200 per night
    • Bring your own tent/ Rent a tent and hammock
    • Shared Bathrooms

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Brgy. Guba, Cebu City — approx. 1 hour away from the main road.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Azienda Gracia”.

Make sure to contact the owners beforehand and ask for directions to avoid getting lost. There is a limited roadside parking which is 5-10 minutes away from the place.

Cebu logs 383 new cases on March 18

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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 March 18, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 383 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 635 new recoveries, and 6 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 42,593, while the active cases dropped to 6,265 (from 6,554).

Breakdown of cases:

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 20,265 (+120 new)
– Total recoveries: 16,908 (+349 new)
– Total deaths: 775 (+1 new)
– Active cases: 2,582

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 5,133 (+67 new)
– Total recoveries: 3,922 (+44 new)
– Total deaths: 130 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 1,081

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 5,149 (+54 new)
– Total recoveries: 3,833 (+109 new)
– Total deaths: 196 (+4 new)
– Active cases: 1,120

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 12,046 (+142 new)
– Total recoveries: 10,050 (+133 new)
– Total deaths: 514 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 1,482

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

  • Total Active Cases in Cebu: 6,265
  • Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 42,593 (+383 new)
  • Total Recoveries in Cebu: 34,713 (+635 new)
  • Total Deaths in Cebu: 1,615 (+6 new*)

A total of 3,176 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):

Sugbu Chinese Heritage Museum: Re-telling 500 years of history between Cebu and China

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Even before the arrival of Spanish explorer Miguel Lopez de Legazpi in 1565, Cebu has already established active trading relations with the Chinese and other Southeast Asian countries. At the time, Maritime trading was the main link between Cebu and China.

Archaeological excavations which yielded Chinese trade pottery such as porcelain from the Sung and Tang dynasty are all proofs that attest to the early relationship that China had with Cebu.

Photo by Alvine Dre
Photo by Von Ivy Uy

All of these proofs and stories of the past are now being displayed in the Sugbu Chinese Heritage Museum. The recovered artifacts showing proof of trading of the early Cebuanos are kept in the equally important heritage building of Gotiaoco Building which also stands as a tangible reminder of the rise of Cebu as a shipping and business center outside of Manila.

It will showcase centuries of collaboration between the Chinese and Filipino people through exhibits of various artifacts, heritage pieces, and items of trade. These artifacts will serve as a carefully woven historical narrative to tell the story of the past to visitors of the museum which in turn will help promote and preserve the Sugbu-Chinese culture, tradition and legacy.

Photo from Sugbu Chinese Heritage Museum Facebook Page
Photo from Sugbu Chinese Heritage Museum Facebook Page

LOBBY AND FIRST FLOOR

The first thing that greets guests on the first floor is a lobby where the story of the Gotiaoco Building is displayed and how it changed and evolved through time. Following the lobby are displays which show the story of how Cebu transformed into the city that it is today through time.

The stories are played through a video presentation played in monitors innovatively placed inside picture frames that give the illusion of moving pictures. The other half of the lobby is used up by a replica of a Chinese boat which was used by the Chinese to come to the island and perform trading. Various props and mannequins are placed around the ship replica, depicting a scene from long ago as the Chinese traded with the Cebuanos.

Photo by Kjell Edgard Nerland
Photo by Kjell Edgard Nerland
Photo by Kjell Edgard Nerland
Photo by Kjell Edgard Nerland
Photo by Bambie Paolo
Photo by Bambie Paolo
Photo by Bambie Paolo
Photo by Bambie Paolo

Barrels of numerous trading goods such as tea, anise, and other spices can be seen behind the boat. To the side is presumably an alley representing a busy Chinese street where Chinese traders found their way to Cebu and eventually stayed there. The mezzanine is presented as a Chinese immigration office, with matching Chinese workers in their native attires, where passports and other documentations are showcased.

UPPER FLOORS

The second and third floors will contain artifacts and displays that show “the history, heritage, and contributions” of the Sugbu Chinese to Cebu in the various fields.

Photo by Bambie Paolo
Photo by Kjell Edgard Nerland
Photo by Bambie Paolo
Photo by Bambie Paolo

Through the exhibits, both permanent and temporary, the museum will take visitors in a trip to the past and journey through the 10th Century pre-colonial Cebu, the Sung and Ming dynasties, the Spanish and American colonization periods, up to the contemporary period. It shall bring to the present around 500 years of Sugbu-Chinese history through vivid narratives in innovative exhibitions, educational, and cultural programs.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

ENTRANCE FEES:

Note: As of March 2021, the museum is temporarily closed due to the government mandate.

  • Foreign visitors: P120 per head
  • Local visitors: P75 per head
  • Senior Citizens, PWD, Students: P60 per head
  • Opening hours: 10AM to 5PM, Tuesday to Sunday

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Gotiaoco Bldg., M.C. Briones St. corner P. Burgos St., Cebu City (across Magellan’s Cross)

BY JEEPNEY: You may ride any jeepney passing by the Cebu City Hall or Magellan’s Cross. Many jeepneys with the “Colon” sign usually pass by the place. Just ask the jeepney driver if they’re passing by these places before riding the Jeepney.

BY GRAB/TAXI: Ride a taxi  or book a grab taxi anywhere from Cebu and ask the driver to take you to Sugbu Chinese Heritage Museum which is just across Cebu City Hall.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Sugbu Chinese Heritage Museum” in Cebu City. The closest parking lot is just right next to the Senior Citizen park beside the museum, but is outside of the museum’s jurisdiction.

Bigsand Resort and Campgrounds: Budget-Friendly Stay Along Basdaku Beach

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There are few things to consider when planning a trip to beautiful beaches. Looking for a comfortable accommodation always comes first before anything else. Of course, Moalboal’s paradise-like shorelines should be complemented with an equally amazing overnight accommodation.

Bigsand Resort and Campgrounds in Basdaku, Moalboal provides all the facilities and space you need to maximize the fun while you’re in Moalboal. It boasts white sand beachfront, clear waters, spacious camp area, and affordable but cozy overnight accommodation to give your Moalboal retreat the convenience like no other.

Photo from Bigsand Resort and Campgrounds Facebook Page
Photo by Klaus Heidinger
Photo from Bigsand Resort and Campgrounds Facebook Page
Photo from Bigsand Resort and Campgrounds Facebook Page
Photo by Shena Gin Padigos – Alforte
Photo by Shena Gin Padigos – Alforte

Their accommodation comes in different options.  You can choose from a room-type of accommodation if you’re travelling with few friends or rent an entire house if you’re with a large group. It’s worth the budget since your room or house reservation comes with the standard room amenities. There’s also a terrace/veranda overlooking the entire beach front where you can chill or meditate or have a talk with your loved ones.

If you prefer the outdoor camping experience, you can set-up your camping gears and bask under the spectacles of the bright stars during the night. Setting up tents along the shorelines of Basdaku is the go-to set-up for the majority of those who have travelled to this part of Moalboal especially if you want to have a chill night with your friends sipping glasses of ice-cold beer. Who wouldn’t want that?

Photo from Bigsand Resort and Campgrounds Facebook Page
Photo by Shena Gin Padigos – Alforte
Photo from Bigsand Resort and Campgrounds Facebook Page
Photo from Bigsand Resort and Campgrounds Facebook Page
Photo from Bigsand Resort and Campgrounds Facebook Page
Photo from Bigsand Resort and Campgrounds Facebook Page

In the morning, you have the entire beachfront to frolic and be actively engaged with whatever outdoor activity that you can think of. You can bring your beach volleyball sets, frisbee and all other fun and exciting games so you can pump up the energetic beach vibes just before you take a dive into the depths of the Moalboal waters.

The concept of Big Sand Campgrounds started as a private place big enough to accommodate the owner’s growing family. It’s a place intended for the exchange of ‘small’ and ‘big ‘ talks for the adults and a safe place to play for the young ones. They also needed a place to hold Christmas gatherings, birthdays, and anniversaries.

Now, the place has grown to not just a camping ground but also, one of the famous resorts in Moalboal.

Photo from Bigsand Resort and Campgrounds Facebook Page
Photo from Bigsand Resort and Campgrounds Facebook Page
Photo from Bigsand Resort and Campgrounds Facebook Page
Photo from Bigsand Resort and Campgrounds Facebook Page
Photo by Shena Gin Padigos – Alforte
Photo by Shena Gin Padigos – Alforte

Note:

  1. Guests need to confirm their booking with the personnel of their desired date/s. Once confirmed, personnel will give the customers their ‘booking confirmation’ via messenger pr email. Management is discouraging walk-in guests.
  2. Before heading to the resort, customers need to go first to the Tourism Office in Moalboal and need to present the booking confirmation issued by the resort. The tourism officer will then issue pass permit.
  3. The pass permit needs to be presented upon arrival at the resort. This is part of the protocol to ensure that the customers follow required procedures.

You have never truly been to Cebu if you haven’t visited Moalboal yet. This part of the region has always been part of the itinerary for every tourist, both local and foreign. It is known for its white sand beaches and clear blue waters, and the home of the famous sardine run experience.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

DAY USE:

  • Entrance fee: P50 per person
  • Opening hours: 6AM – 6PM

COTTAGE RATES:

  • Kiosk: P600 good for 10 persons

ROOM RATES:

  • Campstore Rooms: P2,300 (good for 2 persons)
  • Cottage Rooms
    • Standard: P2,300 (good for 2 persons)
    • Double: P3,000 (good for 4 persons)
  • The Cabin: P4,000 (4 beds, good for 12 persons)
Photo from Bigsand Resort and Campgrounds Facebook Page
Photo from Bigsand Resort and Campgrounds Facebook Page

OTHER FEES:

  • Tent Space Fee: P300/tent
  • Water Usage: P50/person
  • Stove with Gasul Rental: (P350/day)
  • Extra Foam: P250/night 

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Basdaku Saavedra, Moalboal, Southern Cebu — approx. 3-3.5 hours away from the city.

BY BUS: Go to Cebu City South Bus Terminal and ride a bus that will pass by Moalboal. Inform the driver that you will be alighting at Moalboal proper. At the Moalboal proper, take a tricycle or a habal-habal going to Big Sand Resort. It is near Club Serena.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Big Sand Resort and Campgrounds” in Moalboal. Parking space is available.

Cebu logs 384 new cases on March 17

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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 March 17, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 384 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 172 new recoveries, and 1 new death. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 42,210, while the active cases increased to 6,554 (from 6,341).

Breakdown of cases:

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 20,145 (+137 new)
– Total recoveries: 16,559 (+0 new)
– Total deaths: 774 (+1 new)
– Active cases: 2,812

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 5,066 (+67 new)
– Total recoveries: 3,849 (+1 new)
– Total deaths: 130 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 1,087

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 5,095 (+47 new)
– Total recoveries: 3,724 (+92 new)
– Total deaths: 192 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 1,179

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 11,904 (+133 new)
– Total recoveries: 9,915 (+79 new)
– Total deaths: 513 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 1,476

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

  • Total Active Cases in Cebu: 6,554
  • Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 42,210 (+384 new)
  • Total Recoveries in Cebu: 34,047 (+172 new)
  • Total Deaths in Cebu: 1,609 (+1 new*)

A total of 3,376 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):

7 Must-Try Authentic Indian Restaurants in Cebu

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Why go to India when the taste is already here in Cebu?

Aside from its jaw-dropping parade of man-made and natural wonders, Cebu has become a home too for people from the other parts of the country and the world who are here to work and/or study. No wonder why over the years, restaurants showcasing international dishes have sprouted at almost every corner of Cebu – one of which are Indian cuisines.

Got a craving for Indian dishes? Here’s the list of seven must-try authentic Indian restaurants in Cebu.

1. Indian Fusion

Indian Fusion Cebu just opened last May 21, 2020 and is currently open for delivery service only. They deliver in Cebu City, Mandaue City, Lapulapu City, Consolacion, Liloan, Talisay City, Minglanilla, Naga thru Lalamove / Grab / Maxim delivery. Delivery outside the mentioned places are also possible thru special arrangements. Their food options include biryani, masala, Indian curry, seafood and vegetable dishes, paneer, pizza, shawarma, and roti.

Photo from Indian Fusion Cebu Facebook Page
Photo from Indian Fusion Cebu Facebook Page
Photo from Indian Fusion Cebu Facebook Page
Photo from Indian Fusion Cebu Facebook Page
Photo from Indian Fusion Cebu Facebook Page
Photo from Indian Fusion Cebu Facebook Page
Photo from Indian Fusion Cebu Facebook Page

Best sellers: Chicken/Lamb/Beef Biryani or Curry, Shawarma (Beef and Chicken), Samosa (Cheese, Chicken, Nutella), Pizza (Tandoori Chicken, Beef Curry, Lamb and Paneer)

Menu:

Other Information:

Exact location: Zodiac Drive, Pleasant Homes Subd, Punta Prinsesa

2. Bollywood Tandoor

Bollywood Tandoor is a must-visit for their authentic-tasting food and nicely decorated interiors complete with Bollywood music playing on the loop and pictures of Bollywood stars posted all over the place. Plus, there are belly dancers for your Friday or Saturday dinner. Indeed, you get the Bollywood atmosphere here.  The restaurant lives up to its name as a place that specializes on tandoori dishes. You won’t run out of food choices too. Also, watch out for discounts that they offer from time to time.

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Best sellers: Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Tandoori, Chicken Hydrabadi Dum Biriyani

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Exact location: 

  • Cebu City: 113 Gov. M. Cuenco Ave, Cebu City, 6000

3. Cherry’s the Spice

Want something extra spicy? Cherry’s The Spice is a paradise for lovers of spice in Cebu. It is one of the most frequented Indian restaurants in the city with a wide array of choices for Indian starters, vegetarian cuisines, variety of dosas and uttapams and a wonderful variety of non veg options. They also have salads, kebebs, roti, panner, and a lot more of dishes loaded with spices and flavors

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Other Information:

Exact location: 

  • Cebu City: Gov. M. Cuenco Avenue, Banilad, Cebu City
  • Lapu-lapu City: Cebu Yacht Club, MEPZ 1, IBO, Lapu-Lapu City, 6015

4. Namaste by Vanraj

More than just biryani, curry, and masala, Namaste by Vanraj continues to serve tasty and flavorful Indian dishes. They serve not just authentic Indian food but Filipino dishes too. Not just that, if you want a taste of both worlds, they have ‘fusion’ menu that’s right for your taste buds looking for a mix of Filipino and Indian experience in one plate. You might wanna try their ‘Indiadobo’. They also have desserts perfect to cap your meal. *Burp*

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Photo from Namaste by Vanraj Facebook Page

Best sellers: Indian Butter Chicken, Mutton Rogan Josh, Beef Curry Masala, Samosa, Biryanis

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Exact location: Maximo V. Patalinghug Jr. Avenue, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu

5. Hyderabad Dine In

Hyderabad Dine In is truly an Indian culinary sensation in Cebu.  It’s known for its use of herbs and spices and its large assortment of dishes. The place is complete with food options like biryani, special fried rice, omelets, Indian breads, chicken dishes, and tasty vegetarian options. They started in 2018 and continues to provide enjoyable dining experience up to this day.

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Best sellers: Special Chicken Biryani, Mutton Curry With Roti, Veg Samosa, Chocolate Samosa, Chili Paneer, Chicken Tandoori

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Exact location: M. Cuenco Ave, Banilad, Cebu City

6. Taj Indian Restaurant

Taj Indian Restaurant boasts an authentic Indian flavor and a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant that has classy look, hygienic, and affordable menus. They specialize in north Indian cuisines and Punjabi snacks. You must try their Chole Bhature, Egg biryani, and Masala Samosa. Complete India feels? Get it here at Taj Indian Restaurant. The aroma and the taste of the food just seem to magically transport you to the vibrant Bollywood atmosphere we normally see on TVs.

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Exact location: City Time Square across Parkmall, Tipolo, Mandaue City

7. Bharat Spice

Right in the heart of Cebu’s BPO centers is a place where everyone can get to dine and feast on tasty and aromatic dishes of India. You can call it a little India escapade.  Bharat Spice has a massive menu perfect for meat lovers, vegans, vegetarians. They offer gravies and curries flavored with the freshest of local ingredients and the finest quality spices that have been sourced all the way from India. Indians and Filipinos alike who are working in the IT Park usually come here during their lunch/dinner breaks.

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  • Best sellers: biryani

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Exact location: CJRS Building, Cebu IT Park, Cebu City

Indian cuisine is considered one of the world’s most diverse cuisines, as characterized by its sophisticated and subtle use of the many spices, vegetables, grains and fruits grown across India. Its unique blend of culture and tradition make their dishes even more interesting. The best part – we really don’t have to travel that far to experience Indian cuisine. We have them here in Cebu.

LRS Moalboal Cebu: A Must-Experience Accommodation in the South

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Moalboal is a lovely place to explore but at the end of the day we still look for the best place that could still call our temporary home.

LRS Moalboal Cebu offers a comfortable space that tourists and visitors would be able to consider as a home in paradise. It is a property in Basdiot, Moalboal that is secluded from the outside world and is surrounded by numerous palm trees that help give it that tropical vibe. It has ample space for small groups and also enough privacy for couples to be able to share intimate moments together.

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LRS Moalboal Cebu provides both the space for vacation as well as a space for comfort to make guests get the best out of their sojourn. The tropical vibes surrounding the resort will make sure that even if guests decide to stay in the property, they would still be able to experience the relaxing atmosphere of Moalboal.

They have a well-maintained pool enclosed by small, lovely gardens on both sides and a built-in water fountain at its center. It has a view of the lanky palm trees growing outside the property – a sure sign of the tropics. For a better and an unobstructed view of the surroundings, guests can climb to the balcony which is also the best place where they can experience the refreshing sea breeze of Moalboal.

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LRS Moalboal Cebu is at the center of many attractions in Moalboal, making it the best place to access the best place in Moalboal while also giving the guests a place to easily retreat to after exploring the municipality’s different wonders. The rooms are fully equipped with everything that guests will need for a comfortable stay such as a refrigerator, tables and chairs, a bed, and other necessities. If they get hungry then guests can just choose from the array of choices that the staff, who are available anytime, could whip up for them in just less than an hour.

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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

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ROOM RATES:

  • LRS Apartment w/ Pool: P1,750 per night, good for 2 persons

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HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Basdiot, Talisay Rd., Moalboal, Southern Cebu — approx. 3 hours away from the city.

BY BUS: From South Bus Terminal, ride a bus bound for Moalboal via Barili or Badian. Then ask to be dropped off at Gaisano Grand Mall Moalboal or Moalboal town proper. Another option would be by van, which is also available at One Citilink Terminal. Travel time is 3 hours depending on traffic conditions. Upon reaching the town of Moalboal, you can hire a tricycle to take you to LRS Moalboal Cebu.

BY PRIVATE VEHICLE: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “LRS Moalboal Cebu” in Basdiot. Parking space is available upon arrival.