Cebu’s first Romantic Baboy Unlimited Samgyeopsal now open at IT Park

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January 18, 2020

Cebu’s first Romantic Baboy Unlimited Samgyeopsal now open at IT Park

UPDATE (14-Aug-2020): Romantic Baboy at Cebu IT Park has re-opened and will be operating daily from 11AM to 7:30PM.

The Samgyeopsal craze never ends, and there’s no sign of it ending soon. It has become every Filipino’s favorite Korean food. We just love the grilling dining experience that comes with unlimited meat and side dishes refill over unlimited chikkahan with family and friends.

After the successful debut of the famous Samgyupsalamat in Cebu early this year, comes another renowned Samgyeopsal restaurant that Cebuanos will surely love. Romantic Baboy has opened its first-ever branch in Cebu on January 18, 2020, at the Cebu IT Park — Skyrise 4 Building, near the Garden Row of AyalaMalls Central Bloc.

Romantic Baboy Cebu offers the same unlimited Korean grill it’s known for, with:

Unlimited pork & beef
6 kinds of side dishes
Unlimited rice, and vegetables
Unlimited Gocujang jigae
…all these for ₱499 per head only!

Romantic Baboy Samgyupsal Cebu IT Park 2

Other Information

Operating hours: 11AM to 3AM (the next day) daily — starting this January 18, 2020 (soft opening)
Contact number: N/A
Social: Facebook Page
Exact location: Skyrise 4 Building, Cebu IT Park — near the Garden Row of AyalaMalls Central Bloc.

Celebrities to visit Cebu for Sinulog 2020

Sarah Ladeza

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January 17, 2020

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Celebrities to visit Cebu for Sinulog 2020

Thousands of pilgrims are expected to flock to Cebu for the grandest festival of the South.

Devotees will be greeted by Cebuanos’ vibrant hues of dresses, or even headpieces often trimmed with feathers. Others would be seen carrying their own replicas of Sto. Niño, dancing in a festive mood. These pilgrims dance to the spell-binding beat of the drums and the gongs while shouting the mantra cry of “Pit Senyor!”

Much more than grooving to the beat, Cebuanos and visitors alike also look forward to seeing their idols up close and personal because famous personalities from different networks are also expected to grace the festival. Hence, spectators pave their way to the venues to meet their idols.

We’ve rounded up celebrities who are expected to visit Cebu to join Sinulog 2020.

January 17, 2020 (Friday)

Kapuso Mall Show at Gaisano Tabunok

4PM at Gaisano Tabunok
6PM at Ayala Center Cebu – The Terraces
- Barbie Forteza
- Kate Valdez
- Migo Adecer
- Julie Ann San Jose
- Kyline Alcantara
- Yasser Marte

6PM – The Island Souvenirs Runway at SM City Cebu

Drew Arellano
Gazini Ganados

January 18, 2020 (Saturday)

4PM – Kapamilya Caravan at Ayala Center Cebu

SANDUGO:
- Elisse Joson
- Aljur Abrenica
- Jessy Mendiola
- Ejay Falcon
PAMILYA KO:
- Sylvia Sanchez
- Joey Marquez
- Elisse Joson
KADENANG GINTO:
- Francine Diaz
- Andrea Brillantes
- Seth Fedelin
- Kyle Echarri
- Richard Yap
- Dimples Romana
- Beauty Gonzales

6PM – Kapuso Fiesta at Robinsons Galleria

Jennylyn Mercado
Dingdong Dantes
Rocco Nacino
Andre Paras
Prince Clemente
Lucho Ayala
Chariz Solomon
Hailey Mendes
Jon Lucas
Paul Salas

January 19, 2020

8PM – Sinulog de Kabankalan Festival 2020 at Plaza Independencia

Francine Diaz
Andrea Brillantes
Seth Fedellin
Kyle Echarri

LOOK: Sinulog Style Outfit Ideas

Sarah Ladeza

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January 17, 2020

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Whether you live for festival style or otherwise, Sinulog festival outfit ideas is upon us!

We have all come to expect the flower crowns, boho dresses, neck chokers, but dressing for the much-awaited Sinulog festical doesn’t have to be so predictable.

Get inspired by these outfit ideas to get your Sinulog OOTD right. Shop fresh outfit ideas for this year’s festival may it be in a fancy mall or thrifted somewhere else. Regardless, ace that outfit!

BE COOL IN A CAMO

You don’t really have to wear a flower crown and a boho dress. You can wear a tube top and a camo pants for a breezier and cooler Sinulog festival.

MATCH IT, MATCHY

If you want to look put together and dressed for the occasion without having to put that much effort, this is what you have to cop. Bonus points if you’re wearing a matchy matchy in bright color or with vibrant prints. Nonetheless, a denim on denim match won’t hurt too.

BRA TOP IS UP

This look has been on trend for the last couple of months and the best way to pull it off is to pair it with a high-waisted skirt or pants, even a jumper!

WHITE IS THE NEW BLACK

They say that nothing can go wrong when you wear white especially if you’re into the street parties. White should be your go-to shirt because apart from looking tidy, it will be so easy to pair with either pants, shorts, even a skirt. Go look for your crisp white tee!

SHEER OR BARE

If you have been looking for a time to be bold, it’s during Sinulog. Now is your chance to wear a swimsuit cover-up as a dress and fully ace it because with Cebu’s humid weather, who would care?

DO-IT-YOURSELF FOR YOURSELF

If you’re someone who loves to DIY because of course, we want our own personal touches, there are a lot of ways to do it. You can either make your own shirt or cut your own shorts. Regardless, it’s your own personal choice and that’s all that matters.

“Celebrate Cebu” is Cebu City’s new tourism brand

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Sarah Ladeza

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January 16, 2020

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“Celebrate Cebu” will be the new catchphrase and is expected to be uttered in a number of different ways – as a declaration of pride, expression of delight, or even a sign of exasperation.

Visiting Cebu will have the same feeling of excitement, but with a different kind of branding. But one thing is for sure, regardless of how it is used, it will become a significant part of the local culture and vernacular starting today.

celebratecebu-newtourism-5 — Opening remarks by Cebu City Vice Mayor Mike Rama

celebratecebu-newtourism-6 — Unveiling of Cebu City’s Tourism brand

The new Cebu City Tourism brand was unveiled last night, January 15, 2020 during The Gala held at The Grand Convention Center. The tagline: “Celebrate Cebu” will be used in the reactivated promotion of Cebu City as a travel and convention destination of the South.

To fully promote the events, tours, farm sights, spiritual, adventure and sports tourism, hotels, food outlets, medical facility, and retail outlets, we will now be having a pro-active site and all the best of Cebu will be highlighted.

celebratecebu-newtourism-8 — Cebu City Mayor Edgar Labella

“The passengers who came to Cebu numbering about 11,524,000 coming from all over the world just to be here in Cebu. And then long after, a year after, as of December 31, 2019, 850,000 additional passengers coming from all over the world came to Cebu and we have a record 12,320,000 came to Cebu as tourists and returning residents, and as balikbayans,”
– Cebu City Mayor Edgar Labella

This alone says a lot about the re-branding and we couldn’t agree more. Having a big chunk of tourists coming to our beloved Cebu to experience the beauty of our place is enough reason to “Celebrate Cebu.”

May this serve as a reminder to everyone to always be responsible laagans and to preserve the beauty of the place we call home.”

Here are some photos taken during the launch of Cebu City’s new tourism brand:

Boiling Shrimp Hauz opens new Mabolo Branch, offers Unlimited Shrimps for ₱399

Marel Baluyos

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January 16, 2020

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Boiling Shrimp Hauz opens new Mabolo Branch, offers Unlimited Shrimps for ₱399

Hello my shrimp-loving friends.

You might wanna hold on to some of those food money you’ve saved for the best-tasting UNLIMITED Boiling Shrimp Hauz is opening a new branch in Mabolo (beside BBQ Boss, near Landers).

Boiling Shrimp Hauz Mabolo Unlimited (2)

Those fresh and big shrimps is what makes the place famous. Imagine how good their food must taste that this seafood restaurant still has customers lining up.

For only 399 pesos, you get eat all the shrimps your stomach can take and even choose the level of spiciness you are craving for: non-spicy, mild, medium, or xxx.

Anyone and everyone who goes crazy for shrimps should really visit.

Boiling Shrimp Hauz is open daily from 10AM to 5AM (the next day); unlimited serving is only available from 10AM to 10PM. It is located along F. Cabahug St, Cebu City — beside Barbeque Boss, near Landers Superstore.

Mouth-watering flavors

Every flavor is distinct enough that you’ll never notice you’ve been binge eating until your plate is empty and it’s time for another set of order.

Western Cajun
Indian curry
Garlic butter
Singaporean chili

Seafood Ala Carte

They are other seafood for you to try as well. Because why settle for just one sea food dish when you can have a feast of them?

Mussels-P299
Squid-P299
Calamares-P299

Restaurant & Tambayan

This Boiling shrimp Hauz however, isn’t just an ordinary branch because it is a restaurant by day and transforms into a tambayan/ chill place at night starting 10pm.

Now, you don’t even have to move from that spot to have that nice night cap or hang-out with friends.

Branches:

1. Mabolo Branch

Location: F. Cabahug St, Cebu City — beside Barbeque Boss, near Landers
Operating hours: 10AM to 5AM (the next day) daily; Unlimited serving is only available from 10AM to 10PM

2. Century Plaza Branch

Location: Century Plaza Complex, Juana Osmena, Cebu City — across Mango Square / STC.
Operating hours: 10AM to 10PM daily

Other information

Contact number: (032) 262-4692
Social: Facebook Page

How to get there?

Exact location: F. Cabahug St, Cebu City — beside Barbeque Boss, near Landers. Only 5 minutes away from Ayala Center Cebu.

BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and search for “Boiling Shrimp Hauz Mabolo”. Limited parking space is available.

BY JEEPNEY: If you’re commuting, these are your options:
– From Ayala/Lahug, ride a 04L jeepney and drop off near BBQ Boss.
– From SM City, just ride a 04L jeepney and drop off near BBQ Boss.
– From Colon, ride a 03L jeepney. Inform the driver to drop you off at Cabantan, Brgy. Luz, particularly beside Cebu Catholic Television Netweork (CCTN). Then take a short walk to Boiling Shrimp Hauz.

Cebu Pacific offers all domestic flights starting at ₱1 on January 16-17

Ram Mancelita

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January 16, 2020

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Cebu Pacific offers all domestic flights starting at ₱1 on January 16-17

Lo and behold! Just when we all thought Cebu Pacific’s Super Seat Fest ended in 2019, comes a big surprise as the PISO FARE is back!

Different routes are on sale every 8 hours, starting at PHP 1 (one-way) — for all domestic flights and selected international destinations.

SALE PERIOD: January 16-17, 2020
TRAVEL PERIOD: July 1, 2020 to December 31, 2020

DOMESTIC one way base fares are inclusive of 7 kg hand carry baggage allowance, but exclusive of Web Admin Fee, 12% VAT, Terminal Fees and Fuel Surcharge.

INTERNATIONAL one way fares are inclusive of 7 kg hand carry baggage allowance, but exclusive of Web Admin Fees for short haul and long haul flights, respectively and International Terminal Fee starting from Php550, and Fuel Surcharge.

Hurry while seats last! Check the remaining number of seats on sale here!

Cebu Sinulog 2020: 5 Fireworks Display Sites & Dates

Sarah Ladeza

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January 15, 2020

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Cebu Sinulog 2020: 5 Fireworks Display Sites & Dates

Viva Pit Senyor! More than the colorful streets during daytime, it’s about time we tilt our heads up because the skies will just be as colorful during night time.

Yes, we are talking about the spectacular Fireworks Display to add excitement to your Sinulog experience.

The Sinulog fireworks have been a tradition and a much anticipated spectacle for the people joining the festivities. A fitting end to the successful day’s events.

We bet you’re still unaware on where and when to see these spectacular shows, yes? Fret no more! We have everything you need to know right on our list.

January 17: SINULOG SA SRP (IL CORSO)

What: First Sinulog sa SRP ‘Sky Symphony Musical Fireworks’
When: January 17, 2020 (Friday) at 7:00PM
Where: South Road Properties, Cebu City
No Admission Fee (Reserved seat is ₱200 per head, available at selected Dunkin Donut outlets)

January 18: SINULOG FIREWORKS COMPETITION (SM CITY CEBU)

What: Sinulog Fireworks Competition
When: January 18, 2020 (Saturday) at 7:00 PM
Where: SM Ciy Cebu – Open parking near the North Wing
No Admission Fee / No Reserved Seat

January 19: PYROSPECTACULAR SHOW (SM CITY CEBU)

What: Spectacular Fireworks Show at SM City Cebu
When: January 19, 2020 (Sunday) at 7:00PM
Where: SM City Cebu – Open Parking near the North Wing
No Admission Fee / No Reserved Seat

January 19: PYROMAGIC & DRONE LIGHT SHOW (SM SEASIDE)

What: SM Seaside’s PyroMagic Fireworks & Drone Light Show featuring PowerSpoonz
When: January 19, 2020 (Sunday) at 8:00PM
Where: Sky Park – Ampitheater 1, SM Seaside City Cebu
No Admission Fee / No Reserved Seats

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January 19: ‘Grand Fireworks Display’ at Ayala Center Cebu

What: Festival of Lights – Grand Fireworks Display
When: January 19, 2020 (Sunday) at 9:00PM
Where: Cebu Business Park – Ayala Center Cebu
No Admission Fee / No Reserved Seats

7 AweSM Sinulog Events at SM Seaside City Cebu

Marel Baluyos

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January 15, 2020

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7 AweSM Sinulog Events at SM Seaside City Cebu

The countdown for the much anticipated Sinulog is here! As the day draws nearer, the list of AweSM events to enjoy during the celebration have also come flooding.

The biggest mall in Cebu surely didn’t disappoint in coming up and organizing events to make sure that you wouldn’t even have to move from one place to the other to experience different events on Sinulog.

Here’s a list that will guide you on the what’s, where’s, and when’s of these AweSM Sinulog events happening at SM Seaside City Cebu.

January 16: Miss Universe 2019 National Costume Display

The costume that made every Filipino proud has come home. See for yourself this magnificent creation of Cary Santiago that won the National Costume Competition during the recent Miss Universe 2019. Worn by our very own Cebuana queen, Ms. Gazini Ganados.

When: Display starts on January 16
Where: Mountain Wing Atrium

January 11-20: Sihag Watercolor Society Exhibit

Be in awe as the TOP 50 Finalists of the 1st National Watercolor Competition of Sihag Cebu Watercolor Society are unveiled. These #AweSM masterpieces will make you appreciate art and will surely give you the feels.

When: January 11 – 20 (Competition & Exhibition) | Mall Hours
Where: Mountain Wing Atrium

January 16-19: AweSM Cebu Expo

A gathering of the best-tasting lechon from different cities all over Cebu is happening. This one I think is something truly worth the travel for. The Grand Lechon Festival will be a treat of a lifetime.

When: January 16 – 19 | Mall Hours
Where: Mountain Wing Atrium

January 17: Missing Filemon

The legends are back! Watch and jam to Missing Filemon and reminisce their hit Bisrock songs Sine-Sine, Inglesera, Prinsipal, and more — LIVE at SM Seaside!

When: January 17 | 5PM
Where: Mountain Wing Atrium

January 18: Lechon Culinary Competition

The debate for who has the best-tasting lechon in Cebu have been going on for years. Bringing that to a test, you can now showcase your culinary skills and join the cooking contest for the best innovative Lechon dish. Exciting prizes await for the winners!

When: January 18 | 2PM
Where: Mountain Wing Atrium

January 19: Powerspoonz

As a local band that has won SMB Battle of the Bands 2000, expect to head bang to the powerful music of Powerspoonz as a countdown to the Seaside Pyromagic and Drone Light Show.

When: January 19 | 8PM
Where: The Sky Park, Amphitheater 1

January 19: Seaside Pyromagic and Drone Light Show

Cebu’s first ever 100 drone light show. And if you don’t know what I’m talking about, it’s a hundred drones dancing in the sky. The spectacular Drone Show will be accompanied by a Grand Fireworks display only at SM Seaside. An open bar promo at the Seaside Saloon is also readily available, so let’s get the party started!

When: January 19 | 9PM
Where: The Sky Park, Amphitheater 1

Full activities this Sinulog at SM Seaside: http://tiny.cc/AweSMCebuEVENTS

Free MyBus rides on Sinulog:

How to get to SM Seaside?

Exact Location: SM Seaside City Cebu in South Road Properties (SRP), Cebu City.

BY MYBUS: You can take a FREE MyBus ride from/to BDO Fuente Osmena. Or ride any MyBus from SM City Cebu, Talisay, Mandaue City, Parkmall. Check the routes & schedules here: https://sugbo.ph/2019/cebu-mybus-guide/

BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “SM Seaside City Cebu”. Parking space is free.

Cebu’s First ‘Drone Light Show’ and PowerSpoonz on January 19 at SM Seaside

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January 14, 2020

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Cebu’s First ‘Drone Light Show’ and PowerSpoonz on January 19 at SM Seaside

Cebu’s biggest mall SM Seaside City Cebu will surely make your #SINULOG2020 experience more memorable and aweSM!

Happening at the ‘Sky Park – Ampitheater 1’ of SM Seaside City Cebu, jam with OPM icon PowerSpoonz as they countdown to the Grand Fireworks with Cebu’s FIRST EVER 100 Drone Light Show.

Witness this extravagant event on January 19, 2020 at 8PM. Admission is FREE!

What does a Drone Light Show look like?

LOOK: ₱25-billion Isla dela Victoria, soon to rise in SRP

Ram Mancelita

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January 14, 2020

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LOOK: ₱25-billion Isla dela Victoria, soon to rise in SRP

When former Cebu City Mayor Tomas Osmeña announced this new project in South Road Properties (SRP) on his Facebook page last March 2018, everybody was ecstatic about it. It is a promising project that will surely boost the Cebu economy.

Isla dela Victoria, a 350,000 sqm world-class integrated development, is set to erect in the prime SRP – Cebu, Philippines which will include bars, restaurants, mall, convention center, casino, park, theatre, and no less than 3 hotels.

But when Osmeña lost the recent election, everyone thought this project wouldn’t be pushed through. To our surprise, now Cebu City Mayor Labella has given the project a go, approved and granted building permits of the Gokongwei-led Universal Hotels and Resorts, Inc. (UHRI).

From the initial plan of ₱18 billion, UHRI increased its investment to ₱25 billion for the project.

John Gokongwei, who is not just a self-made billionaire but also a fellow Cebuano, agreed to invest on the ~~₱18~~ ₱25 billion project in SRP Cebu — all at zero-cost to Cebu City. This is a 50-year lease of the land, Cebu City will own 10% of all profits made for the entire duration. After this, when the lease expires, the Cebu City Government will own not just 10%, but everything on the property.

The development’s name is dedicated to a Cebuano, Jojo dela Victoria, who died protecting our waters from dynamite fishermen. Isla dela Victoria will put the spotlight on SRP. It will be the hub for the ferries and cruise ships that will come, and the seaplane airline that is already there. It will be the shining beacon of the Visayas.

The 25B being spent is not going to the government, but to the economy of Cebu. It goes to the construction workers, suppliers, security guards, truck drivers, electricians, and carpenters who will make the pictures you see here become reality. And after it’s done, there will be 5,000 new jobs waiting for the Cebuanos.

The prominent ASYA is the architectural firm behind the architecture and interior design of this multi-billion project. As of June 2020, vertical construction of the project is now on-going. Its target date of completion is 2022.

Other Information

January 17, 2020 (Friday)

Kapuso Mall Show at Gaisano Tabunok

6PM – The Island Souvenirs Runway at SM City Cebu

January 18, 2020 (Saturday)

4PM – Kapamilya Caravan at Ayala Center Cebu

6PM – Kapuso Fiesta at Robinsons Galleria

January 19, 2020

8PM – Sinulog de Kabankalan Festival 2020 at Plaza Independencia

BE COOL IN A CAMO

MATCH IT, MATCHY

BRA TOP IS UP

WHITE IS THE NEW BLACK

SHEER OR BARE

DO-IT-YOURSELF FOR YOURSELF

Mouth-watering flavors

Seafood Ala Carte

Restaurant & Tambayan

Branches:

1. Mabolo Branch

2. Century Plaza Branch

Other information

How to get there?

January 17: SINULOG SA SRP (IL CORSO)

January 18: SINULOG FIREWORKS COMPETITION (SM CITY CEBU)

January 19: PYROSPECTACULAR SHOW (SM CITY CEBU)

January 19: PYROMAGIC & DRONE LIGHT SHOW (SM SEASIDE)

January 19: ‘Grand Fireworks Display’ at Ayala Center Cebu

January 16: Miss Universe 2019 National Costume Display

January 11-20: Sihag Watercolor Society Exhibit

January 16-19: AweSM Cebu Expo

January 17: Missing Filemon

January 18: Lechon Culinary Competition

January 19: Powerspoonz

January 19: Seaside Pyromagic and Drone Light Show

Full activities this Sinulog at SM Seaside: http://tiny.cc/AweSMCebuEVENTS

Free MyBus rides on Sinulog:

How to get to SM Seaside?

What does a Drone Light Show look like?

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