Seventy-five years after the end of World War II, the remaining half of the WWII US Army M5A1 Stuart tank was finally dug out from the Dagusungan river in Medellin, Cebu.
Stuarts are light tanks used by the U.S. and Allied Forces which proved to be an effective armored vehicle for fighting in jungle environments. According to records, the U.S. Army initially deployed 108 Stuart light tanks to the Philippines in September 1941.
On March 7, 2020, the working force of Cebuanos from Engineer Support Battalion, 53rd Engineer Brigade, Philippine Army which were led by Capt. Czar Guitering and Ssg Peter Louie Salvatierra have literally dug out the heavy metal through the wee hours of the morning into midnight.
The 7-day operation was successfully done when the tide was at its lowest with the army’s 50-ton excavator backhoe and with the tireless work of 10 men.
Spearheading this operation is Battalion Commander LTC Ricardo Aycardo as a follow-up operation of the first extraction attempt last December 2018.
The excavated tank will be placed near Dagusunan River and might soon be another attraction in Medellin. Historians and history enthusiasts may be able to take a closer look at the tank and unearth its secrets.
Cakes have been an integral part of Cebuano
traditions, not just during birthdays but also during weddings, baptisms and
other celebrations. Chocolate cakes seemingly have become a standard but
surely, all of us want a different twist. To help you with that, here’s a list
that of places where you can buy different chocolate cakes in Cebu.
1. Chocolate Cakes by Nicole
This fast-rising pastry store in Cebu has proven to serve one of the best-tasting chocolate cakes in town, their signature offering is definitely a must try.
Must try: Nicole’s Signature Chocolate Cake
Average price: ₱120 per slice, ₱760 for whole cake
Operating Hours: 10AM to 9PM daily (mall hours)
Contact number: 0917-623-5851
Location: 2/F The Alcoves Wing at Ayala Center Cebu
2. Vanille Cafe & Patisserie
A famous brand known for their truffles, Vanille also offers the must-try dense chocolate cake with chocolate mousse, topped with dark chocolate glaze and decors. Heaven for chocoholics!
Must try: Dense chocolate cake
Branches:
Ayala Central Bloc – G/F beside Starbucks ReserveOperating hours: 11AM to 11PM on Mondays to Saturdays; until 9pm on Sundays
Contact number: 0932-387-4313
Ayala Center Cebu – 3/F near Shakey’s and Yellow CabOperating hours: 10AM to 9PM daily
Not so many people know, Orange Brutus is one of the “OGs” in making really good and fudgy chocolate cakes in Cebu. Their Chocolate Monster Cake is a specialty and people keep coming back for it due to its moist texture, letting you feel the cake melt in your tongue.
Must try: Chocolate Monster Cake
Average price: ₱62 per slice, ₱695 for whole cake
Operating Hours: 9AM to 9PM daily
Contact number: (032) 346 1121
Location: They have many branches in Cebu, main branch is at Fuente Osmena near Cebu Doctors Hospital.
4. Fresco
This is known for its
affordable products. Personally, I really love their Oreo Crunch Cake as it is
sweet, chocolatey and that crunchy texture definitely wins it for me.
Must try: Oreo Crunch Cake
Contact number: (032) 346 9240
Operating Hours: 10AM-9PM daily
Locations:
Piazza Elesia, Gov. M. Cuenco Avenue, Talamban, Cebu City
TPE Building, Banilad Road, Banilad, Cebu City
5. Oh Georg!
Most of the time, people
flock here for their heart meals such as pastas, salads and sandwiches but
their cakes are also delectable.
Must try: Old Fashioned Chocolate Cake
Operating Hours: 10AM-9PM
Contact number: (032) 233 4735
Location: G/F Ayala Center Cebu, Cebu Business Park, Cebu City
6. Yoyi’s
Yoyi’s has been a favorite pasalubong center in Ormoc for 24 years, and has also established as a popular known for their best-selling cakes like the classic chocolate and heavenly mango.
Must try: Classic Chocolate Cake
Opening hours: 8AM to 8PM (Mondays to Saturdays) & 9AM to 6PM (Sundays)
Contact numbers: (032) 511-9384 / 0949-765-6778
Location: G/F Medalle Bldg., J Llorente St., Cebu City — near Hi-Precision Fuente, only 15-20 minutes from downtown Colon and within walking distance from Osmena Boulevard.
7. Leona’s
Leona’s have been a
trusted brand in Cebu when it comes to pastries and cakes. Their prices are
affordable and at the same time, their cakes are to die for (personally I’m a
huge fan of their carrot walnut cake).
Must try: Moist Chocolate Cake
Operating Hours: 10 AM-9PM daily
Contact number: (032) 236 1015
Locations:
65 Juan Luna Corner Cardinal Rocess Avenue, Kasambagan, Cebu City
GQS Building, Gov. M. Cuenco Avenue, Banilad, Cebu City
Upper Ground Floor, North Wing, SM City Cebu, North Reclamation Area, Cebu City
Lower Ground Floor, Mountain Wing, SM Seaside City Cebu, SRP (South Road Properties), Cebu City
Ground Floor, SM City North Road, Consolacion, Cebu
Ground Floor, Ayala Center Cebu, Cebu Business Park, Cebu City
8. Lava by Fudge
This is perfect for those
who needs that chocolate cakes done a little bit extra. Fudge is famous for
baking cakes that ooze with a variety of chocolates.
Must try: Original Lava Cake
Operating Hours: 10AM-9PM (daily)
Contact number: (032) 268 4467
Location:
Second Floor, North Wing, SM City Cebu, North Reclamation Area, Cebu City
Sky Park, Third Floor, SM Seaside City Cebu, SRP (South Road Properties), Cebu City
Ground Floor, Ayala Center Cebu, Cebu Business Park, Cebu City
9. Micky’s Japanese Cake Café
If you’re looking for a
twist with your chocolate cake, then try this place if you want it done the
Japanese way. Micky’s Japanese Cake Café has been a novelty favorite by sweet-toothed
Cebuanos.
Location: Mahogany Place, Pope John Paul II Ave, Cebu City, 6000, Philippines
10. 10 Dove Street
10 Dove Confectionery is
basically heaven in Cebu – lovely ambience, welcoming staff and honest-to-goodness
pastries, trying a slice here is more than just an experience.
Must try: Chocolate Decadence Cake
Operating Hours: 10AM-10 PM daily
Contact number: (032) 418 1010
Locations:
Oakridge Business Park, A. S. Fortuna Street, Banilad, Mandaue City
Axis Entertainment Avenue, N. Escario Street City
Central Bloc, IT Park, Lahug, Cebu City
Island Central Mactan, M. L. Quezon National Highway, Ibo, Lapu-Lapu City
Cebu keeps on providing more and more ways of escaping the city life. For those who seek a nature escapade, and who likes to meditate and find peace within themselves, connect with nature once more at EVO Nature Camp, a 4.5 hectare adventure camp found in the refreshing lands of the municipality of Balamban. Entrance fee is only 55 Pesos!
With around 40,000 bright and vibrant colors of the flower plants and 2,509 pine trees, giant ferns, and mountains of green, you can also take amazing pictures for your Instagram feed and enjoy nature at its finest.
Chill and Unplug
Indeed, EVO Nature Camp is like pulling out the plug of your phone; it is 32 kilometers away from the city. A distance away from the noisy horns of the cars and the bright lights of the screens.
Experience
serenity with the vastness of green surrounding you. The view is breathtaking
enough that you can just sit back and relax and gaze at the clouds rolling over
the hills as you feel the cold wind blows.
You can even have an astonishing view of the sunset and catch
a view of kanlaon volcano if
the clouds are clearer.
Hike
to “Ground Zero”
Hike to the very center of the whole island of Cebu,
dubbed as “Ground Zero” in Balamban.
The camp have established a curated natural trail for
hikers to showcase its beauty along
with some waterfalls, caves, rock formations, gardens, and farms.
Glamping
A first in Balamban, EVO Nature Camp is proud to offer a “Glamorous Camping (Glamping)” experience in town. This was launched on September 2020.
Glamping is still a form of camping but it involves accommodation and facilities more luxurious than those associated with traditional camping. At EVO Nature Camp, the Glamping tents offer hotel-like features and amenities. It’s truly a must-try!
Quaint
and Tasty Grill
house
EVO Nature Camp also has a grill house that offers barbeque and other grilled treats, as well as refreshing beverages and snacks.
You
should definitely try their local-made snacks like bibingka and budbud are so
delicious you would want to make a meal out of it. You can totally binge eat
them and pair it with their refreshing shakes like guyabano which is abunant in
Balamban.
If you
ever feel hungry after the long hike, you can stuff yourself up and get
energized again right away.
Must-try:
Pork BBQ
Budbud
Bibingka
Cucumber shake, Guyabano shake, Mango shake
Menu:
The
place aims to become a tourist spot perfect for camping for everyone of all
ages, whether it be with your friends, family, or fellow camp enthusiasts. If
you want to come here, you can also plan with them by contacting the camp
first.
Rates
& Other Information
Rates:
Entrance fee: ₱55 per head (with Environmental Fee); FREE for kids 5 years old and below
Includes free use of Board Games: sungka, chessboard, jenga, snake and ladder, etc.
Use of Gazebo: ₱100 per hour (includes use of hammocks)
Camping:
Own tent: ₱300 per head
Tent rental: ₱300 (for 2 pax); ₱500 (for 4pax); ₱700 (for 6pax) — rental comes with inflatable beds
Note: Bring your own beddings
Corkage fee applies for food brought
Trekking: ₱2,500 (for 1-5 pax); ₱500/excess
Glamping:
Glamping tents are fully air-conditioned and furnished like hotel rooms.
GLAMPING DELUXE W/ AIRCON:
Weekdays: PHP 4,000 per night
Weekends: PHP 5,000 per night
Good for 4 persons w/ FREE BREAKFAST & guest toiletries.
GLAMPING STANDARD:
Weekdays: PHP 2,500 per night
Weekends: PHP 3,000 per night
Good for 4 persons. No free breakfast. With toiletries.
Day use rate is 50% off
CAMPING:
P300 per head (Camping Fee)
For those without tents, tents w/ mattresses are available for rent as follows:
Exact location: Brgy. Gaas, Balamban, Cebu – few meters before Adventure Cafe; approx. 1 hour drive away from JY Square Mall or Marco Polo via the scenic Transcentral Highway.
BY VAN: From the Ayala Center Terminal, take a v-hire going to Balamban via Transcentral highway route. Fare is ₱120 per person (one-way). Inform the driver to drop you off at EVO Nature Camp in Brgy. Gaas.
BY CAR: Parking space available. Just search for “EVO Nature Camp” in Gaas Balamban via Waze or Google Maps.
RENT A CAR / TOUR: Avail an Uphill Cebu Package Tour (9 Destinations in 1 Day) for only P999 at SquadPH Tours and Travels.
Who doesn’t want heaps of unlimited good food at a great value? Though we all agree that unlimited food is good, we all could also agree that unlimited lechon and seafood sound better.
Wait not for a special occasion to get your hands on some golden-roast lechon and fresh seafood because for only ₱250, you get the chance to savor unlimited lechon and seafood at Jam’s Lechon and Seafood House in South Road Properties, Cebu City.
Satisfy
your cravings while giving your eyes a feast with the magnificent view of the
sea. Dine, chill, and relax with your family and friends.
UNLI 250:
Lechon
Shrimp
Squid
Calamares
Scallops
Crabs
Tuna
Larang
Sisig
Fried Chicken
Pancit
Grilled Food
Served food may vary depending on the availability.
Apart
from unlimited serving of the aforementioned, they also serve their own
mixtures of fresh juices to quench your thirst.
OTHER
INFORMATION
Operating hours: 10AM to 8PM, Tuesdays to Sundays (as of October 2020)
Exact location: MJ Cuenco alongside opening road of South Road Properties (SRP) — behind KKD STK+BBQ Restaurant, right across Malacanang sa Sugbo or Plaza Independencia.
BY JEEPNEY: Ride any jeepney going to Plaza Independencia, or MyBus from SM City Cebu (going to Talisay). Drop off at the nearest point from the SRP’s opening road. Walk heading to KKD restaurant, across Malacanang sa Sugbo. BeJess is located a few meters behind it.
BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and search for “Jam’s Lechon and Seafood Haus”. Parking space is available.
To the selenophiles, we’ve got
great news for you!
The full worm moon, the first supermoon of 2020, has got to be one of the largest and brightest occurring this year. The super moon is expected to be at its best form at 1:48 AM on Tuesday, March 10. It starts at 5:30PM of March 9, 2020.
According to the study, a
supermoon occurs when the full moon is closest to the Earth in its elliptical
orbit, making it appear brighter and larger than the normal.
Much more than this weekend’s
super snow moon, expect more of these on April and May.
Travels and vacations, they are all good and fun but sometimes it’s just
too expensive to travel or too much of a hassle and time consuming when all we
want is to relax and have a fun stay in.
Well, this is why “staycation” was born. It’s the new trend that caters
to everyone who wants to have all that planned fun activities indoors.
Staycation is ideal for families, team buildings and groups of friends, a
chance to bond and to spend some quality time together.
Luckily for people in Cebu, we found places in AirBnB that would definitely
make you book your next staycation fast.
We have here a list of themed spaces that would bring your dreams and imaginations to life.
1. Live like Ironman (Marvel-themed)
Experience the marvel universe through the
rooms of this townhouse. The extravagance should be able to make you imagine
living like Ironman.
This marvel themed space have life-sized
Ironman and Spiderman just hanging out and lots of iconic stuffs from the
marvel superheroes like Captain America’s shield.
Have I mentioned that
this space is actually a whole townhouse which gives you all the space you
need.
They have everything
from luxurious bedrooms to a built-in home theater, your own bar, an outdoor balcony and ofcourse a fast wifi.
Other amenities: Free parking, wifi, hot tub, kitchen, laptop friendly workspace, game console, private entrance
Location: Providence Townhomes, Lahug, Cebu City — 10mins away from the Capitol, 15mins away from IT Park, 20mins away from Ayala Center Cebu.
2. Into the galaxy with Star Wars
This themed space
caters to all the Star Wars hardcore fan out there. Brace yourself for this
townhouse has a basement that would make your mouth drop. A basement complete
with a home theater, a life-sized storm trooper and the whole Star wars vibe of
laser lights and edgy space.
The Entire townhouse offers
more though like an outdoor jacuzzi and outdoor balcony and you all have it to yourself.
Accommodation: 16 guests, 3 storey, 4 bedrooms (1 king sized ensuite bath, 1 queen sized bed)
Other amenities: Free parking, wifi, hot tub, kitchen, laptop friendly workspace, game console, private entrance
Location: Providence Townhomes, Lahug, Cebu City — 10mins away from the Capitol, 15mins away from IT Park, 20mins away from Ayala Center Cebu.
3. Get your own Batcave (DC-Themed)
Treat the child in you
to a surprise by staying at a space with all your favorite DC superheros.
Relax and play with a
life-sized Wonder woman and Batman, and even robin. Framed
pictures and figurines that depicts the DC superheroes like Wonder woman, Aquaman and of course Superman.
You can even call the
basement your own bat cave with all Batman’s weapons and its awesome features. You can imagine living like a billionaire. A mysterious yet classy
billionaire.
There’s even a home theater in the living room and bedroom.
How luxurious could it get?
Exclusivity is the key
to a stay and having an entire townhouse to yourself is just perfect.
Exotic – something out of the ordinary,
seemingly unusual, even bizarre but when you say exotic food, Cebuanos have a
fair share of exotic dishes.
One of these is a definite must-try–
“tuslob buwa”.
Tuslob buwa is a delicious dish made out of pig’s brain, pork liver or pork intestines. To add flavor to this exciting food, you must spice it with other seasonings, oil, onions and soy sauce. It was popularized in Brgy. Pasil and Brgy. Ermita, but currently it has sprung up like mushrooms.
So if you’re a Cebuano
or just a curious food junkie, this list is, without question, one for you.
1. TUSLOB BUWA SA PASIL
Pasil is indeed the
birth place of tuslob buwa. During the weekdays, students flock the tuslob buwa
kiosks and in the weekends, everyone enjoys the food stands in the strip.
More or less, the whole
place is filled with delicious and varied array of this exotic dish, many of
which are already pre-made waiting for you to dip in the scrumptious bubbles or
you can just cook it yourself.
Emman Vipinoso Barwado
2. AZUL TUSLOB BUWA
Even after the
popularity of Tuslob Buwa, Azul’s Tuslob Buwa is the first and only food place
that explores the possibility of turning this dish to a mainstream resto bar.
In Azul’s, you’ll be able to enjoy a generous serving of the dish to be cook
all by yourself. What an experience, right?
Price:
PHP250 for 2 people
PHP50 for a pint of beer
Opening hours: 24/7
Location: Gorordo Avenue, Kamputhaw, Cebu City
3. FREE TUSLOB BUWA SA PARDO
Apart from the strip in
Pasil, tuslob buwa explores its way to the south of the city – in Pardo. Unlike
the one’s in Pasil, the distinct flavor of Pardo’s tuslob buwa stands out.
To compare, Pardo’s tuslob buwa is a hybrid of the ones in Pasil since its roots come from Pasil. What’s more to enjoy is that it’s FREE. You’ll only pay for your puso or hanging rice and the rest of tuslob buwa is for you to enjoy.
4. Tuslob Buwa at The Grid
The Grid, a known food park in Talamban, also houses a Tuslob Buwa store that offers the same, distinct taste as the original in Pasil. They also offer other local street food like ngohiong, siomai, ginabot, among others.
Operating hours: 7AM, but some food stalls open at 11AM, until 2-3AM (the next day) daily
Contact number: 0917-150-0770
Exact location: The Grid, Nasipit, Talamban, Cebu City – few meters away from USC-TC.
5. Street Food at Ayala Center Cebu
Almost all favorite Filipino street food can be found here at the newest “mini” food park at Ayala Center Cebu, including the well-loved Tuslob Buwa.
Opening hours: 12NN to 12MN daily
Location: Ayala Center Cebu (near Krispy Kreme entrance)
Cebu and its surrounding islands always have abundant marine riches. This is why seafood has always been a big part of our lives. I can’t imagine not indulging myself on those freshly caught fish and mouth-watering shells of all kinds.
Our cravings have always included them but then seafood restaurants tend to be pricey and don’t really go along with our budget. Well, we might have the best news for you.
Seafood Paradise Buffet Restaurant offers all-you-can-eat seafood and all-time favorite Filipino dishes that will surely satisfy your cravings, all for only ₱399 per head. Located at 2/F Seaview Wing at SM Seaside City Cebu, you can even get a little bit of shopping on the side.
Filipino Fiesta
Feels
Their food are served as buffet in native nipa huts design. Staying true to the Filipino theme along with their interiors, you’ll have those beach vibes inside a mall in the city.
Filipino food favorites
They have a variety
of seafood to choose from like:
Crabs
Oysters
Scallops
Mussels
Shrimps
Squid
There are also some tatak Filipino dishes like adobo, chicken afritada, valenciana, pancit/bihon, and even our guilty appetizer “ ginamos”. You can also make your own vegetable salad for a healthier meal.
They also have fruits like watermelon, pineapple, mango, and desserts like dried mangos, chocolates, and our very own biko.
Lechon on Weekends
A Filipino buffet ain’t gonna be complete without the star of the feast. Of course, I’m referring to the famous Lechon sa Cebu. With its crispy golden brown skin and tasty meat, you will keep coming back.
The best-tasting Carcar Lechon is served during weekends.
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.
Every Filipino’s favorite bread for breakfast or snacks got a new flavor!
7-Eleven has stuffed ube and cheese together in one pandesal. Bite into the fluffy pandesal with the ube-cheese flavor that is just as delicious as it sounds.
7-Eleven is known for its 7-Fresh Pinoy Favorites line that includes the classic Ube Champorado. Now, it’s doing us a favor with this innovative product. The classic Filipino bread pandesal plus a Pinoy favorite, ube, with a touch of cheese, you can never really go wrong with this combo.
Apart from the Ube-Cheese Pandesal, 7-Eleven also offers Ube Pandesal stuffed with Cream Cheese. You can also take your pick because both are priced at P29 only.
We found these pandesals in most 7-Eleven stores in Cebu. Go try it and tag us, @sugboph, on your posts or IG stories.
UPDATE (as of March 11, 2020): Promo is cancelled as a proactive measure of ensuring the safety of everyone from the COVID-19.
Time for a sweet party! Indulge and satisfy your sweet tooth as JCO Donuts has an exciting treat for us on its 8th anniversary. This March 12-13, 2020, JCO offers 2 Dozen Donuts for only P500!
Two dozens cost P625, so you will be saving about P125 on this treat. The promo is valid on March 13 & 14, 2020, from 10am to 6pm only, in all JCO stores nationwide (not applicable in booths/kiosks).
Terms and Conditions:
1. Purchase 1 box of pre-assorted dozen and 1 box of dozen donuts of your choice for only P500. 2. 1 box of pre-assorted dozen donuts includes the 8 bestselling donuts: 2 pcs Alcapone, 2 pcs Oreology, 2 pcs Avocado di Caprio, 2 pcs Mr. Green T, 1 pc Mylosaurus, 1 pc Tiramisu, 1 pc Blueberry More and 1 pc Cheese Cakelicious. Splitting of the pre-assorted dozen box is not allowed. 3. This promo is valid on March 12 & 13, 2020, from 10am to 6pm only in all JCO stores nationwide, not applicable in booths/kiosks. 4. Each customer can only avail of this promo once, with a maximum of 2 dozen per transaction. 5. For the 1 dozen donuts of your choice, only a maximum of 5 Alcapone and 5 Mylosaurus per transaction is allowed. 6. This promo is valid for dine-in and take-out transactions only. Any advanced orders, bulk orders and online delivery orders on the day of the promo will not be allowed. 7. The promo cannot be exchanged for other items or discounts and cannot be used in conjunction with other promos. 8. In the purchase of goods and services which are on promotional discount, the senior citizen can avail of the promotional discount or the discount provided under the Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2010, whichever is higher. The same rule applies with persons with disability (PWD). Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB – 03078 Series of 2020.
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