Many have witnessed this year’s most breathtaking view in the waters of Cebu today, January 18, 2020 — an annual event held every third Saturday of January (a day before Sinulog).
Hundreds of decorated boats, barges and yachts, a rain of confetti from helicopters, drum beats and the lively cheers are enough to put someone and every Sugboanon in the festive atmosphere.
The fluvial procession is an annual tradition that marks the start of the official Sinulog festival. Although it is a solemn event in sending Sto. Niño to visit his foster father, St. Joseph at the St. Joseph Parish in Mandaue City.
Check out these amazing photos of the Sinulog Fluvial 2020 taken by John Ray Aligato of The Island Nomad:
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!
Other Information
Operating hours: 11AM to 3AM (the next day) daily — starting this January 18, 2020 (soft opening)
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
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.
Harper’s Bazaar Mag
Jane Bell of Styleyare
Photo by Madisson Beer
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.
Photo from ComeTrend Fashion Magazine
Photo from Yahoo News!
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!
Photo from Glamour.com
Photo from Glamour.com
Photo from Empire Media Publication
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!
Photo from Alany
Photo from Pinterest
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?
Photo from Pinterest
Photo from WeHearIt
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” 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.
Opening remarks by Cebu City Vice Mayor Mike RamaUnveiling 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.
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:
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).
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.
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.
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!
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
Photo by Kelly Louis Marababol
Photo by Kelly Louis Marababol
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
Photo by Marc Go
Photo by Magik Moments
January 19: ‘Grand Fireworks Display’ at Ayala Center Cebu
What: Festival of Lights – Grand Fireworks Display
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.
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!
ExactLocation: 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 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!
